Summary

Dr. Thomas Francis brings over three decades of experience in family medicine to his practice. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Francis completed his residency training at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, where he specialized in both internal medicine and pediatrics. This dual training provides him with comprehensive skills to care for patients across all age groups. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Francis practices at RWJBH Medical Group | Primary & Specialty Care in Kearny, New Jersey, and maintains hospital privileges at Saint Michaels Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes managing heart failure and helping patients control type 2 diabetes. He also provides care for individuals with chronic kidney disease. Dr. Francis performs various diagnostic procedures including blood tests and specialized imaging studies like scintimammography and arthrograms. Patients rate his care at 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 34 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program
  • 29 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Location

RWJBH Medical Group | Primary & Specialty Care at Kearny

206 Bergen Ave Bldg CKearny, NJ 07032

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34 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
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Kearny , NJBrooklyn , NYMiddletown , NJEnglewood , NJ
Med School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa Med School: Molloy College Med School: Seton Hall
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Thomas Francis

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - Medicare
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Liberty Mutual
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Thomas Francis has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Thomas Francis has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Thomas Francis holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program and Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics.

Medical School

Graduated from Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa in 1992 and Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Thomas Francis' NPI number is 1497894091.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Thomas Francis affiliated with?
Thomas Francis is affiliated with Saint Michaels Medical Center.
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Does Thomas Francis accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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