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Dr. Todd Francis, MD

Neurosurgeon

Pontiac, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Francis, Neurosurgeon in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Todd Francis, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Pontiac, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Francis is fluent in English, 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.

    What languages does Dr. Francis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Francis typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Francis typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Francis 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. 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:

    • Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
    • Lumbar Laminotomy
    • Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
    • Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Spine Allograft Placement
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Francis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Francis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Francis accept in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Francis in Pontiac, MI 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Francis' office located?

    Dr. Todd Francis' Primary Practice

    44405 Woodward Ave

    Pontiac, MI 48341

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    Dr. Todd Francis' Practice 2

    19000 St Joes Pkwy Ste 460

    Livonia, MI 48152

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    Dr. Todd Francis' Practice 3

    4201 Saint Antoine St Ste 6E

    Detroit, MI 48201

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    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 1265607139.

    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. Todd Francis's specialty?

    Dr. Francis is a Neurosurgeon near Pontiac, MI.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Todd Francis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Francis is affiliated with Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Dmc Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, Mclaren Flint, Corewell Health William Beaumont University 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

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    Is Dr. Todd Francis accepting new patients in Pontiac, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Todd Francis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Todd Francis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Francis' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Todd Francis?

    Please contact Dr. Francis' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Francis' office located?

    Dr. Francis' offices are located in Pontiac, MI, Livonia, MI, and Detroit, MI.