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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drislane, Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Francis Drislane, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Drislane graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston City Hospital. Dr. Drislane is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drislane’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drislane’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Drislane?
Dr. Francis Drislane, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Drislane empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Drislane is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Drislane go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Electroencephalography, Boston, MA | Beth Israel Hospital, Fellow:Neurophysiology
Residency: Boston City Hospital | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Boston Medical Center | Longwood Area, Resident:Neurology
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Drislane board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Francis Drislane, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Drislane speak?
Dr. Drislane and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Drislane typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Drislane 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. Drislane. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Focal Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
- Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
- Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
- Refractory Focal Epilepsy
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
- Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
- Refractory generalized seizures
- Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40319: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Drislane typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Francis Drislane may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Drislane's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Drislane accept my insurance?
Dr. Drislane accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drislane accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Drislane in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Network Health
Oscar Health
Other TPA
Point32Health
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Where is Dr. Drislane's office located?
What is Dr. Drislane's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drislane's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851325427.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drislane?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drislane
What is Dr. Francis Drislane's specialty?
Dr. Drislane is a Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Francis Drislane affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drislane is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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
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Is Francis Drislane accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Francis Drislane is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Drislane offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drislane's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Drislane?
Please contact Dr. Drislane's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Drislane have?
Dr. Francis Drislane is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr Ks 479
330 Brookline Ave
Boston, MA 02215