38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Francis, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Richard Francis, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. He is a member of the North American Spine Society. Dr. Francis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Francis’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Francis’s office at (713) 383-7100.
Where did Dr. Francis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh | Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh | Baylor College of Medicine
Medical School: University Of West Indies Faculty Of Med Kingston Jamaica | Rice Universiy
Is Dr. Francis board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Francis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 1988, American Board of Surgery since 1992
What languages does Dr. Francis speak?
Dr. Francis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Francis treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Francis 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. Francis. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does Dr. Francis perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Francis 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. Francis. 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Herniation Surgery
- Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement
- Artificial Disc Replacement (Neck)
- Bone Graft for Spine Surgery (Structural)
- Additional Nerve Decompression in Spine
- Repeat Lumbar Disc Surgery (Laminotomy)
- Kyphoplasty for Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Lumbar Laminotomy
- Herniated Disc Decompression (Lower Back)
- Microdiscectomy (Lumbar)
- Neck Disc Replacement
- Anterior Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Disc Surgery (Neck)
- Cervical Total Disc Replacement
- Cervical Disc Arthroplasty
- Artificial Cervical Disc Surgery
- Spinal Autograft
- Bone Harvest for Spine Fusion
- Structural Bone Graft
- Laminotomy (Additional Level)
- Hemilaminectomy (Additional Level)
- Spinal Nerve Root Decompression (Additional)
- Lumbar re-exploration surgery
- Repeat herniated disc surgery
- Laminotomy with nerve decompression
- Lumbar foraminotomy
- Vertebral Augmentation (Lumbar)
- Percutaneous Kyphoplasty (Lower Back)
- Spine Fracture Repair (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 63030: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; 1 interspace, lumbar
- 22856: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); single interspace, cervical
- 22858: Total disc arthroplasty (artificial disc), anterior approach, including discectomy with end plate preparation (includes osteophytectomy for nerve root or spinal cord decompression and microdissection); second level, cervical (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 20938: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); structural, bicortical or tricortical (through separate skin or fascial incision) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63035: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc; each additional interspace, cervical or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 63042: Laminotomy (hemilaminectomy), with decompression of nerve root(s), including partial facetectomy, foraminotomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc, reexploration, single interspace; lumbar
- 22514: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; lumbar
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Combined Technique)
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Neck Spinal Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
- Cervical interbody fusion
- Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
- Neck vertebrae fusion
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
- Spine fusion surgery lower back
- Lumbar arthrodesis
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
- Cervical Interbody Fusion
- Anterior Cervical Fusion
- Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
- 22633: Arthrodesis, combined posterior or posterolateral technique with posterior interbody technique including laminectomy and/or discectomy sufficient to prepare interspace (other than for decompression), single interspace, lumbar;
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
- 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Own Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
- Autologous Spine Graft
- Morselized Bone Graft
- Spine Fusion Bone Graft
- Bone Harvest for Spine
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 20937: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); morselized (through separate skin or fascial incision) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Joint Fusion
- SI Joint Fusion (MIS)
- Percutaneous Sacroiliac Arthrodesis
- Image-Guided SI Joint Fusion
- Sacroiliac Joint Stabilization
CPT Codes:
- 27279: Arthrodesis, Sacroiliac Joint, Percutaneous Or Minimally Invasive (Indirect Visualization), With Image Guidance, Includes Obtaining Bone Graft When Performed, And Placement Of Transfixation Device
Also known as:
- Spinal Rod and Screw Placement
- Vertebral Fixation
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Spinal Instrumentation Surgery
- Posterior Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22842: Posterior segmental instrumentation (eg, pedicle fixation, dual rods with multiple hooks and sublaminar wires); 3 to 6 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation Placement
- Spine Stabilization Hardware
- Posterior Spinal Fixation
- Harrington Rod Placement
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 22840: Posterior non-segmental instrumentation (eg, Harrington rod technique, pedicle fixation across 1 interspace, atlantoaxial transarticular screw fixation, sublaminar wiring at C1, facet screw fixation) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
- Anterior Spinal Fixation
- Spine Stabilization Surgery
- Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
- Spinal Fusion Hardware
CPT Codes:
- 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Additional Spinal Decompression Segment
- Laminectomy for Spinal Stenosis
- Facetectomy for Nerve Decompression
- Foraminotomy for Pinched Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 63048: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; each additional vertebral segment, cervical, thoracic, or lumbar (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spinal Catheter Placement for Long-Term Medication
- Intrathecal Catheter Implantation
- Epidural Catheter for Pain Pump
- Spinal Drug Delivery System
CPT Codes:
- 62350: Implantation, revision or repositioning of tunneled intrathecal or epidural catheter, for long-term medication administration via an external pump or implantable reservoir/infusion pump; without laminectomy
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Laminectomy for Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Placement
- Epidural Neurostimulator Surgery
- Pain Stimulator Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 63655: Laminectomy for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, plate/paddle, epidural
Does Dr. Francis accept my insurance?
Dr. Francis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 383-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Francis accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Francis in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Francis' office located?
Dr. Richard Francis' Primary Practice
9301 Southwest Fwy Ste 600
Houston, TX 77074
(713) 383-7100
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 26 reviews
Office Experience
96% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
82% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Richard Francis an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Francis has been rated and reviewed by 26 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Francis, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
North American Spine Society
Member
1999
Publications
Lumbar disc herniation: A discussion of its pathogenesisand surgical treatment by micro-discectomy
West Indian Medical Journal , January 1988
The use of thromboprophylaxis forroutine total hip replacements by British orthopaedic surgeons
British Journal of Hospital Medicine 57:9, April 1997
The use of the supracondylar nail fordistal femoral fractures in elderly osteoporotic patients. A re
Journal of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, June 1996
The supracondylar intramedullary nail in elderly patients with distal femoral fractures (Abstract).
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 1998
Trauma protocols on the internet
Orthopedic Product News, December 1997
Surgical approaches and reconstruction of the sacrum.
Principles and Practice of SpineSurgery, October 2002
What is Dr. Francis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Francis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649212531.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Francis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Francis
What is Dr. Richard Francis's specialty?
Dr. Francis is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Houston, TX. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Francis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Francis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Francis is affiliated with OakBend Medical Center, CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Houston Physicians' Hospital, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, Texas Orthopedic Hospital 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 Richard Francis accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Francis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Francis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Francis's office at (713) 383-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Francis?
Please contact Dr. Francis's office at (713) 383-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Francis have?
Dr. Richard Francis is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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