Summary

Dr. Joseph Difranza is a family medicine physician with 45 years of experience caring for patients and families. He earned his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School and completed his residency training at UMass Memorial Healthcare. Throughout his extensive career, Dr. Difranza has developed expertise in comprehensive family healthcare, providing medical care for patients of all ages. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout Massachusetts.

Dr. Difranza practices at multiple locations affiliated with UMass Memorial Medical Center, including sites in Leominster, Worcester, and Fitchburg. He specializes in managing diabetes, including Type 2 diabetes in both adults and younger patients. His practice includes training patients on insulin delivery methods and autoinjector techniques. Dr. Difranza also provides emergency care services when needed. Patients have given him an average rating of 1.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1.3
  • 45 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Umass Memorial Healthcare
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph R Difranza has 4 locations

Reliant Medical Group

225 New Lancaster RdLeominster, MA 01453
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

UMass Memorial Medical Group Family Community Medicine

55 Lake Ave N Fl 1Worcester, MA 01655
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Umass Memorial Medical Group

55 Lake Ave NWorcester, MA 01655

Reliant Medial Group

370 Lunenburg StFitchburg, MA 01420

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Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph R Difranza

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph R Difranza has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph R Difranza has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Umass Memorial Healthcare

Medical School

University Of Massachusetts Medical SchoolGraduated in 1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Joseph Difranza accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Joseph Difranza's office located?
Dr. Joseph Difranza's office is located at 225 New Lancaster Rd, Leominster, MA, 01453.
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