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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ellison, Internist in Conyers, GA?
Dr. Howard Ellison, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Conyers, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Ellison completed his residency at Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; Truman Med Ctr-West, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ellison is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ellison’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ellison’s office at (770) 922-8222.
Where did Dr. Ellison go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; Truman Med Ctr-West, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med
Is Dr. Ellison board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Ellison, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ellison speak?
Dr. Ellison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Ellison treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ellison 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. Ellison. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does Dr. Ellison perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Ellison performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ellison. 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.
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Ellison accept my insurance?
Dr. Ellison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 922-8222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ellison accept in Conyers, GA?
Dr. Ellison in Conyers, GA 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 Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Gordon Food Service
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ellison's office located?
Dr. Howard Ellison's Primary Practice
1010 E Freeway Dr SE
Conyers, GA 30094
(770) 922-8222
What is Dr. Ellison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ellison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962410464.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ellison?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ellison
What is Dr. Howard Ellison's specialty?
Dr. Ellison is a Internist near Conyers, GA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Ellison to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Howard Ellison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ellison is affiliated with Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Henry Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, GA, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Walton Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Howard Ellison accepting new patients in Conyers, GA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Ellison is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Ellison offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ellison's office at (770) 922-8222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Ellison?
Please contact Dr. Ellison's office at (770) 922-8222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Ellison have?
Dr. Howard Ellison is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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