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Dr. Francis Freisinger, MD

Silver Spring, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Freisinger, Internist in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Francis Freisinger, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Freisinger is currently affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital. Dr. Freisinger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Freisinger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Freisinger’s office at (301) 905-3600.

    Is Dr. Freisinger board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Freisinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Freisinger speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Freisinger typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Freisinger 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. Freisinger. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Freisinger typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Francis Freisinger may include:

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

    Does Dr. Freisinger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Freisinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 905-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Freisinger accept in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Freisinger in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Freisinger's office located?

    Holy Cross Hospital

    1500 Forest Glen Rd

    Silver Spring, MD 20910

    (301) 905-3600

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    Dr. Francis Freisinger's Practice 2

    5400 Hillmeade Rd

    Bowie, MD 20720

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    Dr. Francis Freisinger's Practice 3

    1221 Mercantile Ln

    Largo, MD 20774

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

    Dr. Freisinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669694618.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Freisinger?

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

    What is Dr. Francis Freisinger's specialty?

    Dr. Freisinger is a Internist near Silver Spring, MD.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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

    Yes, Dr. Freisinger is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Suburban Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Francis Freisinger accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?

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

    Does Dr. Francis Freisinger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Freisinger's office at (301) 905-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Francis Freisinger?

    Please contact Dr. Freisinger's office at (301) 905-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Freisinger have?

    Dr. Francis Freisinger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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