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Dr. John French, MD

Cardiologist, Internist

Smithfield, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. French, Cardiologist in Smithfield, NC?

    Dr. John French, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Smithfield, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. French is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. French’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. French’s office at (919) 989-7909.

    What languages does Dr. French speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. French typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. French 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. French. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. French typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. John French may include:

    Please contact Dr. French's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. French accept my insurance?

    Dr. French accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 989-7909 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. French accept in Smithfield, NC?

    Dr. French in Smithfield, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. French's office located?

    Dr. John French's Primary Practice

    910 Berkshire Rd

    Smithfield, NC 27577

    (919) 989-7909

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    Dr. John French's Practice 2

    2076 NC Highway 42 W Ste 100

    Clayton, NC 27520

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    Dr. John French's Practice 3

    101 Manning Dr

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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

    Dr. French's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366896235.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. French?

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

    What is Dr. John French's specialty?

    Dr. French is a Cardiologist near Smithfield, NC.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. John French affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. French is affiliated with Unc Health Johnston Clayton, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Duke University Hospital, Unc Health Rex 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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 Dr. John French accepting new patients in Smithfield, NC?

    Yes, Dr. John French is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John French offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. French's office at (919) 989-7909 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John French?

    Please contact Dr. French's office at (919) 989-7909 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. French's office located?

    Dr. French's offices are located in Smithfield, NC, Clayton, NC, and Chapel Hill, NC.