Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Franceschina, Internist in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Joseph Franceschina, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Danbury, CT with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Franceschina graduated from University of Pisa- Italy and completed his residency at Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Franceschina is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franceschina’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franceschina’s office at (203) 743-9797.
Where did Dr. Franceschina go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Di Pisa, Fac Di Medicine | Universita Di Pisa, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia | University of Pisa- Italy
Is Dr. Franceschina board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Franceschina, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Franceschina speak?
Dr. Franceschina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Franceschina typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Franceschina 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. Franceschina. 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:
- 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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Franceschina typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Franceschina 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. Franceschina. 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:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Routine Nail Trimming
- Medical Nail Care
- Podiatric Nail Trimming
- Foot Nail Clipping
- Therapeutic Nail Trimming
CPT Codes:
- 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number
Does Dr. Franceschina accept my insurance?
Dr. Franceschina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 743-9797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franceschina accept in Danbury, CT?
Dr. Franceschina in Danbury, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Globe Life
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Franceschina's office located?
Dr. Joseph Franceschina's Primary Practice
41 Germantown Rd
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 743-9797
What is Dr. Franceschina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Franceschina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962410563.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franceschina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Franceschina
What is Dr. Joseph Franceschina's specialty?
Dr. Franceschina is a Internist near Danbury, CT.
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. Joseph Franceschina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franceschina is affiliated with Danbury Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Joseph Franceschina accepting new patients in Danbury, CT?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Franceschina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Franceschina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Franceschina's office at (203) 743-9797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Franceschina?
Please contact Dr. Franceschina's office at (203) 743-9797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Franceschina have?
Dr. Joseph Franceschina is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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