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Dr. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois, MD

Pediatrician

Brooklyn, NY

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richards-Francois, Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Richards-Francois graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Dr. Richards-Francois is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Richards-Francois’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richards-Francois’s office at (718) 270-1985.

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

    • Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Richards-Francois speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Richards-Francois typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Richards-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. Richards-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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adolescent Development Checkup
    • Teen Development
    • Teen development exam
    • Puberty checkup
    • Adolescent growth assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z003: Encounter for examination for adolescent development state

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Richards-Francois typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois may include:

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

    Does Dr. Richards-Francois accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richards-Francois accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-1985 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richards-Francois accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Richards-Francois in Brooklyn, 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

    • Molina Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Richards-Francois' office located?

    Dr. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois' Primary Practice

    450 Clarkson Ave Ste B4-333

    Brooklyn, NY 11203

    (718) 270-1985

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

    Dr. Richards-Francois's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316925951.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richards-Francois?

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

    What is Dr. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois's specialty?

    Dr. Richards-Francois is a Pediatrician near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richards-Francois is affiliated with Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn) 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richards-Francois' office at (718) 270-1985 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ella-Jean Richards-Francois?

    Please contact Dr. Richards-Francois' office at (718) 270-1985 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Richards-Francois' office located?

    Dr. Richards-Francois' office is located in Brooklyn, NY.