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Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fountain-Ellis, Family Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. Dr. Fountain-Ellis graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed her residency at Riverside Methodist Hospitals (OhioHealth) Program. Dr. Fountain-Ellis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fountain-Ellis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fountain-Ellis’s office at (804) 741-6200.

    Where did Dr. Fountain-Ellis go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Riverside Methodist Hospitals (OhioHealth) Program

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    What languages does Dr. Fountain-Ellis speak?

    Dr. Fountain-Ellis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fountain-Ellis typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fountain-Ellis 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. Fountain-Ellis. 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:

    • 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:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fountain-Ellis typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fountain-Ellis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fountain-Ellis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fountain-Ellis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 741-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fountain-Ellis accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Fountain-Ellis in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fountain-Ellis' office located?

    Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis' Primary Practice

    9600 Patterson Ave

    Richmond, VA 23229

    (804) 741-6200

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    What is Dr. Fountain-Ellis's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fountain-Ellis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467424853.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fountain-Ellis?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fountain-Ellis

    What is Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis's specialty?

    Dr. Fountain-Ellis is a Family Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA.

    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 Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fountain-Ellis is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Bon Secours Maryview 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 Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fountain-Ellis' office at (804) 741-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tami Fountain-Ellis?

    Please contact Dr. Fountain-Ellis' office at (804) 741-6200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fountain-Ellis' office located?

    Dr. Fountain-Ellis' office is located in Richmond, VA.