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Dr. Francis Essien, MD

Dr. Francis Essien, MD

Surgeon

Wildomar, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Essien, Surgeon in Wildomar, CA?

    Dr. Francis Essien, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wildomar, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Essien graduated from Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, General Surgery L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Essien is fluent in English, Spanish, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Essien’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Essien’s office at (951) 698-3000.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, General Surgery L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery | Charles R Drew University Med and Science | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program

    • Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria | Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Essien board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Essien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Essien speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Yoruba

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Essien typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Essien 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. Essien. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    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

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Essien typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Essien 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. Essien. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Laparoscopy
    • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
    • Longitudinal Gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
    • Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
    • Bariatric surgery
    • Minimally invasive gastric bypass
    • Weight loss surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
    • 43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Does Dr. Essien accept my insurance?

    Dr. Essien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 698-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Essien accept in Wildomar, CA?

    Dr. Essien in Wildomar, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Essien's office located?

    Dr. Francis Essien's Primary Practice

    36320 Inland Valley Dr Ste 101

    Wildomar, CA 92595

    (951) 698-3000

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    Dr. Francis Essien's Practice 2

    31537 Rancho Pueblo Rd Ste 202

    Temecula, CA 92592

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    Dr. Francis Essien's Practice 3

    3853 W Stetson Ave Ste 105

    Hemet, CA 92545

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

    Dr. Essien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295741635.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Essien?

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

    What is Dr. Francis Essien's specialty?

    Dr. Essien is a Surgeon near Wildomar, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

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

    Yes, Dr. Essien is affiliated with Temecula Valley Hospital, Riverside Community Hospital, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Dr. Francis Essien accepting new patients in Wildomar, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Francis Essien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Essien's office at (951) 698-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Francis Essien?

    Please contact Dr. Essien's office at (951) 698-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Essien's office located?

    Dr. Essien's offices are located in Wildomar, CA, Temecula, CA, and Hemet, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Essien have?

    Dr. Francis Essien is certified by the American Board of Surgery.