James M Ellison, MD
Geriatric Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
James M Ellison, MD runs an independent geriatric psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Wilmington, DE. A University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine graduate since 1978, he brings 48+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 34% of reporting doctors in Delaware
- Uses generic medications more than 92% of reporting doctors in Delaware
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1076dNPPES updated 2023-05-25 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
501 W 14th St Swank Memory Care Center, Gateway Bldg, 5th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801-1013
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.23%
Delaware avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
1.23% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.5%
Delaware avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.7 pts)
Top 8% of reporting doctors in DelawareHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
153
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
150
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,056
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $133k
Percentile rankings compared against 134 reporting peers in Delaware.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Mood Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$50 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to James M Ellison's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
Board certified · May 24, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty with psychiatric expertise in prevention, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in the elderly, and improvement of psychiatric care for healthy and ill elderly patients.
Taxonomy: 2084P0805X
Education & Training
University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (Class of 1978)
Mailing address
501 W 14th St Swank Memory Care Center, Gateway Bldg 5th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801-1013
Differs from practice location
Virtual Geriatric Psychiatry Care With James M Ellison
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James M Ellison for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Wilmington required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James M Ellison
NPI records show Dr. Ellison as active with telehealth listed in Wilmington, DE. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (302) 320-2637.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James M Ellison
Practice Location
501 W 14th St Swank Memory Care Center, Gateway Bldg, 5th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801-1013
Mailing Address
501 W 14th St Swank Memory Care Center, Gateway Bldg 5th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801-1013
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