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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. France, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. John France, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Morgantown, WV. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. France graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery. 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 (855) 988-2273.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. France?
Dr. John France, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon 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. France empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Spinal Surgery, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Morgantown, WV community, Dr. France is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. France go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery | Buffalo General Hospital
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine | School of Medicine
Is Dr. France board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John France, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. France speak?
Dr. France and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. France typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Scoliosis
- Curved Spine
- Spinal Curvature
- Backbone Curve
ICD-10 Codes:
- M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. France typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. France performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Does Dr. France accept my insurance?
Dr. France accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 988-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. France accept in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. France in Morgantown, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of West Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. France's office located?
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 1790871564.
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. John France's specialty?
Dr. France is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Morgantown, WV.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. John France affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. France is affiliated with Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital 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 John France accepting new patients in Morgantown, WV?
Yes, Dr. John France is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John France offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. France's office at (855) 988-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John France?
Please contact Dr. France's office at (855) 988-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John France have?
Dr. John France is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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