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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Francis, Pediatrician in North Chelmsford, MA?
Dr. Deborah Francis, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in North Chelmsford, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Francis completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Francis is fluent in English, French, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Francis’s office at (978) 256-2828.
Where did Dr. Francis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus
Is Dr. Francis board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Francis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Francis speak?
Dr. Francis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Francis typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Francis 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. Francis. 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 Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
- Other biohazard exposure cleared
- No other biological agent exposure found
- Other bioweapon exposure ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Francis typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Francis may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Francis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Francis accept my insurance?
Dr. Francis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 256-2828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Francis accept in North Chelmsford, MA?
Dr. Francis in North Chelmsford, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Francis' office located?
Dr. Deborah Francis' Primary Practice
20 Research Pl Ste 200
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 256-2828
What is Dr. Francis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Francis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528040201.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Francis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Francis
What is Dr. Deborah Francis's specialty?
Dr. Francis is a Pediatrician near North Chelmsford, MA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Deborah Francis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Francis is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, Ma which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Deborah Francis accepting new patients in North Chelmsford, MA?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Francis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deborah Francis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Francis's office at (978) 256-2828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deborah Francis?
Please contact Dr. Francis's office at (978) 256-2828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Francis have?
Dr. Deborah Francis is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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