MD
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Defranco, Pediatrician in Bangor, PA?
Dr. Mary Ellen Defranco, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Bangor, PA. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Defranco completed her residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center Program. Dr. Defranco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defranco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defranco’s office.
Where did Dr. Defranco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jersey Shore University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Universidad Autonoma De Santo Domingo
What languages does Dr. Defranco speak?
Dr. Defranco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Defranco treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Defranco 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. Defranco. 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.
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
- Language Production Disorder
- Verbal Expression Difficulty
- Speech Output Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
- F801: Expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Which procedures does Dr. Defranco perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Mary Ellen Defranco may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Defranco's office.
Does Dr. Defranco accept my insurance?
Dr. Defranco 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. Defranco accept in Bangor, PA?
Dr. Defranco in Bangor, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Spectrum
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Defranco's office located?
What is Dr. Defranco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defranco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346465721.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defranco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defranco
What is Dr. Mary Ellen Defranco's specialty?
Dr. Defranco is a Pediatrician near Bangor, PA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Defranco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mary Ellen Defranco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defranco is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
Explore Pediatrician with 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 Mary Ellen Defranco accepting new patients in Bangor, PA?
Yes, Dr. Mary Ellen Defranco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mary Ellen Defranco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defranco's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mary Ellen Defranco?
Please contact Dr. Defranco's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pediatrician Near Bangor, PA
VR
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Victor Rodriguez, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Phillipsburg, NJ. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Phillipsburg, NJ
CE
Pediatrician
Accepting patientsDr. Charles Evans, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Phillipsburg, NJ. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Phillipsburg, NJ
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Susannah Stair, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Easton, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Easton, PA
Connect with DR. Defranco
316 Washington Blvd
Bangor, PA 18013