DF
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Francis, Internist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Damon Francis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Francis completed his residency at San Francisco General Hospital and is currently affiliated with San Francisco General Hospital 1m3. Dr. Francis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Francis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Francis’s office at (415) 206-8494.
Where did Dr. Francis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Francisco General Hospital
Is Dr. Francis board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Damon Francis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Francis speak?
Dr. Francis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Francis typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Francis typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Damon Francis may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (415) 206-8494 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Francis accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Francis in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Francis' office located?
Dr. Damon Francis' Primary Practice
6955 Foothill Blvd Ste 200
Oakland, CA 94605
(415) 206-8494
What hospitals are Dr. Francis affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Francis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus,Oakland, CA
Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus,Oakland, CA
Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus,Oakland, CA
Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus,Oakland, CA
Alameda Hospital,Alameda, CA
Alameda Hospital,Alameda, CA
San Leandro Hospital,San Leandro, CA
San Leandro Hospital,San Leandro, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
What is Dr. Francis's NPI number?A 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 1659539856.
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. Damon Francis's specialty?
Dr. Francis is an Internist near Oakland, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is Dr. Damon Francis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Francis is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Dr. Damon Francis accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Damon Francis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Damon Francis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Francis' office at (415) 206-8494 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Damon Francis?
Please contact Dr. Francis' office at (415) 206-8494 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Francis' office located?
Dr. Francis' offices are located in Oakland, CA and San Francisco, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Damon Francis have?
Dr. Damon Francis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Internist Near Oakland, CA
GW
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Garmen Woo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Alameda, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Alameda, CA
NC
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Natalie Curtis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Oakland, CA
DG
Accepting patientsDr. Dipankar Ghosh, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations.
Oakland, CA