Summary

Dr. Francis Pimentel is a family medicine physician with additional expertise in emergency medicine who has been practicing for over five decades. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and brings extensive experience to his dual specialties. Dr. Pimentel is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in his community.

Dr. Pimentel practices at South Fork Medical Clinic in Whitley City, Kentucky, and maintains hospital privileges at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. He specializes in treating breathing problems and evaluating pulmonary nodules for patients experiencing shortness of breath. His practice offers comprehensive lung function testing, asthma challenge tests, and bronchodilator reversibility testing to help diagnose and manage respiratory conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 54 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

South Fork Medical Clinic Pllc

71 Medical LnWhitley City, KY 42653
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Whitley City , KYMission , TXBoca Raton , FLOrlando , FL
Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Francis J Pimentel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Francis J Pimentel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Francis J Pimentel has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Puerto Rico School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Francis Pimentel affiliated with?
Dr. Francis Pimentel is affiliated with Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Francis Pimentel speak?
Dr. Francis Pimentel speaks Spanish and English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Francis Pimentel?
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Does Dr. Francis Pimentel accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Francis Pimentel's office located?
Dr. Francis Pimentel's office is located at 71 Medical Ln, Whitley City, KY, 42653.

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