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Dr. James Chelnis, MD - Board Certified Ophthalmologist in New York, New York

Dr. James Chelnis, MD

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Internal MedicineOphthalmology
New York, New York
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1952612913· License: 283059-1 (NY) verify
Medical school: State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine · Graduated 2010
Industry payments (2024): $41,034 across 27 payments (what this means)
4.63(18 ratings)
Dr. James Chelnis, MD - Board Certified Ophthalmologist in New York, New York

Main Office

150 W. 58 St., Ste. 1C, New York

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

About

Dr. James Chelnis is a double board-certified plastic surgeon and ophthalmologist based in New York, NY, specializing in cosmetic facial surgery and ophthalmic plastic & reconstructive surgery. He is highly regarded, earning recognition as a Top 10 Best Plastic Surgeon and being featured in publications like the New York Times. Dr. Chelnis is passionate about using advanced techniques like triLift to help patients achieve their aesthetic goals. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals, including Mount Sinai Morningside, and practices at Manhattan Face and Eye.

Specialties

  • Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Procedures & Services

Select a service to schedule an appointment · each is approximately 60 minutes

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$41,034

Payments

27

Compared to peers

Above average

Dr. James Chelnis received $41,034 across 27 payments in 2024. That is higher than about 89% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Lumenis BE inc.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. James Chelnis, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Scar Removal Surgery

$1,000

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Patient Experience

Dr. James Chelnis Review Summary

4.18
Dr. Chelnis has an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 stars, reflecting positive patient experiences. Individual ratings vary slightly, with Healthgrades giving him a 4.3, US News a 5, and Yelp a 4.2. He also has a 3.0 rating based on a single review on another platform.

Ratings from Other Platforms

healthgrades.com

4.3 out of 5

Based on 23 reviews

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health.usnews.com

5 out of 5

Based on 27 reviews

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m.yelp.com

4.2 out of 5

Based on 5 reviews

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Insurance Information

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

150 W. 58 St., Ste. 1C

New York, New York

Office Information

Where does Dr. James Chelnis practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

150 W. 58 St., Ste. 1C, New York, New York

(1 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Ophthalmologist
2x Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. James Chelnis online?
This information is not available based on the provided text. Check the doctor's website, www.manhattanfaceandeye.com, or contact their office at (212) 484-9707 for appointment scheduling options.
Does Dr. James Chelnis offer telehealth?
This information is not available based on the provided text. Contact the doctor's office directly to inquire about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. James Chelnis?
One patient who underwent scar excision surgery reported a poor outcome, experiencing dehiscence (wound separation) and multiple stitch abscesses.
What areas of care does Dr. James Chelnis cater to?
Dr. Chelnis' areas of care include cosmetic facial surgery, ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery, and general ophthalmology. He specializes in aesthetic procedures aimed at facial rejuvenation and addresses issues related to the eyes and surrounding areas.