Overview
Lance Defrancisco is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Defrancisco is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Hypoplasia, Ulcerative Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
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- PPO
Locations
810 Valley View Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lance C. Defrancisco
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lance C. Defrancisco?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lance C. Defrancisco by calling their office at 814-946-5469. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lance C. Defrancisco a top-rated expert for Biliary Hypoplasia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lance C. Defrancisco is classified as an Distinguished expert for Biliary Hypoplasia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Lance C. Defrancisco specialize in?
While Dr. Lance C. Defrancisco is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Biliary Hypoplasia, Ulcerative Colitis, and Swallowing Difficulty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Lance C. Defrancisco accept my insurance?
Dr. Lance C. Defrancisco accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 814-946-5469 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Biliary HypoplasiaDr. Defrancisco isDistinguished. Learn about Biliary Hypoplasia.
- Advanced
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Defrancisco isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Defrancisco isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EncopresisDr. Defrancisco isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Defrancisco isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Painful SwallowingDr. Defrancisco isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Defrancisco isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Defrancisco isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Defrancisco isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AnemiaDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Autoimmune HepatitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Hepatitis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- CirrhosisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic AtresiaDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Atresia.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- EsophagitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- GastritisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GastrostomyDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Morning SicknessDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Defrancisco isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.