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GEORGE S. ELLIS JR. M.D.
NPI 1700828613
Ophthalmology - Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist in New Orleans, LA

Active since June 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
200 HENRY CLAY AVE, SUITE 3106, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118(504) 896-9426(504) 896-9312 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 3, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About George S. Ellis Jr. M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

GEORGE S. ELLIS JR. M.D. (NPI 1700828613) is an individual pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus specialist in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (014253) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, and is a graduate of Tulane University School Of Medicine (1977).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1700828613
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207WX0110X
Provider Legal NameGEORGE S. ELLIS JR.Credential: M.D.
Location Address200 HENRY CLAY AVE, SUITE 3106New Orleans, LA 70118-5720
Mailing Address200 Henry Clay Ave, Suite 3106New Orleans, LA 70118-5720 · (504) 896-9426 · Fax (504) 896-9312
Phone(504) 896-9426
Fax(504) 896-9312
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTulane University School Of MedicineGraduated 1977
Enumeration DateJune 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 3, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJuly 3, 2025
✔ NPI 1700828613 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmology · Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus SpecialistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207WX0110X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 014253
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management. The subspecialty includes the medical and surgical management of eye disorders found in children. Some of the more common disorders include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive error, cataract and glaucoma. These disorders may be related to neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or aging changes in the extraocular muscles requiring medical, optical and surgical management.
Also ListedOphthalmologyTaxonomy 207W00000X · License 014253 (LA)
200 HENRY CLAY AVE, New Orleans, LA 70118
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1331660LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

George S. Ellis Jr. M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID547168593
PECOS Enrollment IDI20031229000607
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion 92060
This is an eye exam that checks for any misalignment in your eyes, also known as deviation. It also assesses the movement range of your eyes. The procedure is painless and helps in detecting conditions like strabismus or other vision issues.
69 services36 patients
Exam to measure eye deviation and range of motion 92060
This is an eye exam that checks for any misalignment in your eyes, also known as deviation. It also assesses the movement range of your eyes. The procedure is painless and helps in detecting conditions like strabismus or other vision issues.
51 services29 patients
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211
This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
29 services28 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
23 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

East Jefferson General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Metairie, LA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number190176
Location4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Childrens Hospital

Childrens · New Orleans, LA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number193300
Location200 Henry Clay AveNew Orleans, LA 70118 · Orleans County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70118 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$128.88 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $32.22 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

81.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality65.8
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

AMIT KUMAR SHARMA MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
200 HENRY CLAY AVE, STE 4103 CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Orleans Parish (504) 896-9569
LSU HEALTH NEW ORLEANS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
200 HENRY CLAY AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Orleans Parish (504) 896-9441
DR. BRIAN BARKEMEYER M.D.
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
200 HENRY CLAY AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Orleans Parish (504) 896-9418
DR. JODI LYNN KAMPS PH.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
200 HENRY CLAY AVE, DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY SUITE 3030
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Orleans Parish (504) 896-9484
BENTLEY BABIN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
200 HENRY CLAY AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Orleans Parish (504) 896-9456
LAURA ANNA PETRAUSKAS MD
Otolaryngology
200 HENRY CLAY AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Orleans Parish (504) 899-9511
KATHERINE GILL FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
200 HENRY CLAY AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Orleans Parish (504) 896-9569
CARRIE PHAM MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
200 HENRY CLAY AVE
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118
Orleans Parish (504) 899-9511

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is George Ellis's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Ellis is 1700828613. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 12, 2006.

Where is George Ellis located?

George Ellis practices at 200 Henry Clay Ave Suite 3106, New Orleans, LA 70118. The listed phone number is (504) 896-9426.

What is George Ellis's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist, with taxonomy code 207WX0110X.

Is George Ellis enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. George Ellis is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does George Ellis accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, HMO Louisiana and UnitedHealthcare list George Ellis as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is George Ellis affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, George Ellis is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital and Childrens Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for George Ellis was last updated on July 3, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.