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Dr. Vivia Francois, MD

Hempstead, NY

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Francois, Family Medicine Specialist in Hempstead, NY?

    Dr. Vivia Francois, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hempstead, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Francois completed her residency at Cath M C-Mary Immaculate Hp, Family Medicine. Dr. Francois is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Francois’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Francois’s office at (718) 963-5754.

    Where did Dr. Francois go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cath M C-Mary Immaculate Hp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Is Dr. Francois board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Vivia Francois, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Francois speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Francois typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Francois 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. Francois. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Francois typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivia Francois may include:

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

    Does Dr. Francois accept my insurance?

    Dr. Francois accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 963-5754 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Francois accept in Hempstead, NY?

    Dr. Francois in Hempstead, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Francois' office located?

    Dr. Vivia Francois' Primary Practice

    619 Fulton Ave

    Hempstead, NY 11550

    (718) 963-5754

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    Dr. Vivia Francois' Practice 2

    179 Jamaica Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11207

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    Dr. Vivia Francois' Practice 3

    682 Union Ave

    Westbury, NY 11590

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    What hospitals are Dr. Francois affiliated with?

    Dr. Francois has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Nassau University Medical Center,East Meadow, NY

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

    Dr. Francois's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083828008.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Francois?

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

    What is Dr. Vivia Francois's specialty?

    Dr. Francois is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hempstead, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Vivia Francois affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Francois is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nassau University Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Vivia Francois accepting new patients in Hempstead, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Vivia Francois is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vivia Francois offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Francois' office at (718) 963-5754 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vivia Francois?

    Please contact Dr. Francois' office at (718) 963-5754 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Francois' office located?

    Dr. Francois' offices are located in Hempstead, NY, Brooklyn, NY, and Westbury, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vivia Francois have?

    Dr. Vivia Francois is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.