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. 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Defranco typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Defranco typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Defranco 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Defranco accept my insurance?
Dr. Defranco 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. 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Capital Blue Cross
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Defranco's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Defranco affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Defranco has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest,Allentown, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono,East Stroudsburg, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked Colon Surgery
Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono,East Stroudsburg, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Colon Surgery
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PARanked in 3 Procedures
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center,Reading, PARanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center,Reading, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Geisinger Community Medical Center,Scranton, PA
Geisinger Community Medical Center,Scranton, PA
What is Dr. Defranco's NPI number?A 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.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is 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, Geisinger Medical Center, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center 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. 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 Dr. Mary Ellen Defranco?
Please contact Dr. Defranco's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Defranco's office located?
Dr. Defranco's office is located in Bangor, PA.
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316 Washington Blvd
Bangor, PA 18013