Summary

Dr. James Chelnis is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in surgical procedures of the eye and surrounding structures. They earned their medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo and have been practicing for 16 years. Dr. Chelnis speaks English and brings extensive experience to their ophthalmologic practice.

Dr. Chelnis is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital Center and practices in New York, NY and Basking Ridge, NJ. They focus on treating conditions such as drooping eyelids, ectropion, and ptosis. Their surgical expertise includes eyelid surgery, tear duct procedures, and specialized tear duct reconstruction. Patients have given Dr. Chelnis an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
  • 4 written reviews
  • 4 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

James G Chelnis has 2 locations

James G Chelnis

150 West 58 St #1CNew York, NY 10019

James G Chelnis

12 Ridge StBasking Ridge, NJ 07920

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4.6 
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16 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Russian Speaks English Speaks English, Italian
New York , NYBrooklyn , NYBellmore , NYHicksville , NY
Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: Upstate Medical University Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James G Chelnis

  • Accepts Medicare
  • 32BJ Health Fund
  • AETNA - Commercial
  • AETNA - Medicare
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial
  • Centivo
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • EmblemHealth - HIP
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicare
  • Medicare - NJ
  • Medicare - NY
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - UMR Top Tier

Medical Specialties

James G Chelnis has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

James G Chelnis has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • General Surgeon
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

James G Chelnis holds an active medical license in the states of New Jersey and New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo in 2010.

NPI Number

James G Chelnis' NPI number is 1952612913.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does James Chelnis speak?
James Chelnis speaks English.
Is James Chelnis accepting new patients?
James Chelnis is accepting new patients on Vitals. View James Chelnis's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does James Chelnis accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that James Chelnis accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does James Chelnis accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
James Chelnis has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is James Chelnis's office located?
James Chelnis's office is located at 150 West 58 St #1C, New York, NY, 10019.

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