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Dr. Cheryl France, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. France, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Cheryl France, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She is board certified. Dr. France graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine and completed her residency at Lemuel Shattuck Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. France is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. France’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. France’s office at (860) 788-6404.

    Where did Dr. France go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Lemuel Shattuck Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Lemuel Shattuck Hospital

    • Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Joh | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

    Is Dr. France board certified as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Cheryl France, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. France speak?

    Dr. France and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. France typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. France 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. France. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Mild Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes
    • Mild major depression
    • Mild depressive episode
    • Low mood

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
    • F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
    • Mental Disorder
    • Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
    • Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
    • Emotional Distress from Stress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. France accept my insurance?

    Dr. France accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 788-6404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. France accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. France in Houston, TX 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 Michigan

    • BMC Health System

    • Community Health Choice

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. France's office located?

    Dr. Cheryl France's Primary Practice

    9401 Southwest Fwy

    Houston, TX 77074

    (860) 788-6404

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    What is Dr. France's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. France's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134144215.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. France?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. France

    What is Dr. Cheryl France's specialty?

    Dr. France is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Houston, TX.

    What does a Geriatric Psychiatrist do?

    Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients.

    Is this Dr. Cheryl France affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. France is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Psychiatrist. 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 Cheryl France accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Cheryl France is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cheryl France offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. France's office at (860) 788-6404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cheryl France?

    Please contact Dr. France's office at (860) 788-6404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Cheryl France have?

    Dr. Cheryl France is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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