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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellender, Family Medicine Specialist in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Lee Ellender, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Opelousas, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Ellender graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Ellender is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellender’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellender’s office at (337) 594-8958.
Where did Dr. Ellender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Ellender board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lee Ellender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ellender speak?
Dr. Ellender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ellender typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ellender diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ellender. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ellender typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lee Ellender may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ellender's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ellender accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 594-8958 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellender accept in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Ellender in Opelousas, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CCMSI
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ellender's office located?
What is Dr. Ellender's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ellender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558364331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellender?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ellender
What is Dr. Lee Ellender's specialty?
Dr. Ellender is a Family Medicine Specialist near Opelousas, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Lee Ellender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellender is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Lee Ellender accepting new patients in Opelousas, LA?
Yes, Dr. Lee Ellender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lee Ellender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellender's office at (337) 594-8958 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lee Ellender?
Please contact Dr. Ellender's office at (337) 594-8958 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Ellender have?
Dr. Lee Ellender is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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