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Dr. Karen Francois, MD

Anesthesiologist

Westwood, NJ

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Francois, Anesthesiologist in Westwood, NJ?

    Dr. Karen Francois, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Westwood, NJ with 1 additional practice location. 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 (201) 880-2700.

    What languages does Dr. Francois speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Francois typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Francois typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen 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 (201) 880-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Francois accept in Westwood, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Francois' office located?

    Dr. Karen Francois' Primary Practice

    250 Old Hook Rd

    Westwood, NJ 07675

    (201) 880-2700

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    Dr. Karen Francois' Practice 2

    100 Woods Rd

    Valhalla, NY 10595

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    What hospitals are Dr. Francois affiliated with?

    Dr. Francois has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center,Westwood, NJ
    Buffalo General Medical Center,Buffalo, NY
    Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital,Williamsville, 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 1003108168.

    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. Karen Francois's specialty?

    Dr. Francois is an Anesthesiologist near Westwood, NJ.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Karen 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: Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center, Buffalo General Medical Center, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Karen Francois accepting new patients in Westwood, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Francois offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Francois' office at (201) 880-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Francois' office at (201) 880-2700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Francois' office located?

    Dr. Francois' offices are located in Westwood, NJ and Valhalla, NY.