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Dr. James Francis, MD

Nephrology*
3.5 (2)
Map Pin Small Lexington, KY
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Francis, MD

Dr. James Francis, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Lexington, KY. They specialize in Nephrology, has 22 years of experience, and is board certified in Nephrology. They graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Baptist Health Corbin and Saint Joseph East. Patients rated Dr. Francis an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Francis works at Practice in Lexington, KY with other offices in Jackson, KY. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Francis' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Nephrology Associates of Lexington Psc
    1401 Harrodsburg Rd Ste C335, Lexington, KY 40504 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (859) 276-5355
  2. 2
    Jackson Ent. Clinic Psc
    1550 Highway 15 S, Jackson, KY 41339 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (606) 693-4770
  3. 3
    Pediatric & Adolescent Associates
    171 N EAGLE CREEK DR, Lexington, KY 40509 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (859) 264-7775

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  • Baptist Health Lexington
  • Baptist Health Corbin
  • Saint Joseph East

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    About Dr. James Francis, MD

    Specialties*
    • Nephrology

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    Years of Experience
    • 22 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1508878349
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • University of Kentucky
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Louisville School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Centre College
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Nephrology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. James Francis, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Francis is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    2 patients have reviewed Dr. Francis. The overall rating for this provider is 3.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Francis.

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