About Me
As a pulmonologist at ºÙºÙÊÓƵ, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to my patients. I specialize in managing airway diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), with a focus on reducing the risk of symptom flare-ups. I am also a strong advocate for lung cancer screening and frequently see patients with abnormal CT scans. Additionally, I manage infectious diseases like pneumonia, bronchitis, and non-tuberculous mycobacteria.
I am fortunate to be part of the faculty at ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Pulmonary and Critical Care Associates, where I collaborate with experts in radiology, microbiology, oncology, and rehabilitation. This collaborative approach allows for coordinated and seamless care, enhancing the patient experience and fostering an atmosphere of expertise and hope.
My interest in pulmonology began in childhood after I experienced tuberculosis, which sparked a fascination with the complexity and vital functions of the lungs. My philosophy of care is deeply rooted in the values instilled in me by my father, a physician, and my mother, a nurse. They taught me the importance of empathy, the power of healing, and the need to help others. I strive to treat my patients as family, fostering an honest and open approach that encourages patients to ask questions and actively participate in their care and decision-making.
With over 50 years of experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my practice. I have been honored to receive the Distinguished Service Award from NYU Grossman School of Medicine, recognizing my outstanding service and commitment to the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, as well as to our fellowship training programs.
Conditions and Treatments
Conditions
- asthma
- bronchiectasis
- chronic bronchitis
- chronic cough
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- emphysema
- lung disease
- pneumonia
- shortness of breath
- small mass of the lung
Learn more about conditions we treat at ºÙºÙÊÓƵ:
Asthma , Bronchiectasis , Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary DiseaseCredentials
Positions
- Clinical Associate Professor,
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease), 1976
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, 1974
Education and Training
- Fellowship, Bellevue Hospital Center, Pulmonary, 1975
- Residency, Georgetown University Hospital, Medicine, 1973
- MD from Cornell College, 1971
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Insurance Plans Accepted
This provider accepts the following insurance plans.
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Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna Indemnity
- Aetna International
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Open Access EPO
- Aetna Open Access HMO
- Aetna POS
- Aetna POS (American Express Employer)
- Aetna PPO
- Aetna Signature Administrators PPO
- Aetna Student Plan
- Allied
- Chesterfield Resources Inc
- Christian Brothers Services
- CoreSource
- Nippon Life of America-Aetna
- Nippon Life-Aetna
- Starmark
- WellNet
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Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem BCBS CT PPO
- Anthem BCBS CT Pathway PPO
- BCBS Blue Access EPO Large Group
- BCBS Blue Access EPO Small Group
- BCBS Blue Access GEPO Small Group
- BCBS Blue Access PPO Large Group
- BCBS EPO
- BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees)
- BCBS EPO (LICH Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Employees)
- BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)
- BCBS Federal Program
- BCBS Florida Blue Care HMO
- BCBS Florida Blue Medicare PPO
- BCBS Florida Blue Options PPO
- BCBS Florida Blue Select
- BCBS Florida MyBlue HMO
- BCBS Florida Simply Blue
- BCBS Florida Traditional PPC
- BCBS HMO
- BCBS Indemnity
- BCBS Local 32BJ Employees
- BCBS Mediblue Medicare HMO
- BCBS Mediblue Medicare PPO
- BCBS Mediblue Select HMO/Extra HMO
- BCBS POS
- BCBS PPO
- BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees)
- BCBS PPO (LICH Employees)
- BCBS PPO - Empire PPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)
- BCBS PPO/EPO Small Group
- New York Hotel Trades
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Cigna
- Apwu Health Plan
- Cigna - Humana
- Cigna Great West PPO
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna Indemnity
- Cigna Managed Care/POS
- Cigna Medicare Advantage
- Cigna NALC
- Cigna Open Access
- Cigna Open Access PPO
- Cigna Oscar
- Cigna PPO
- Cigna Premier Plus
- Great West HMO
- Kaiser Permanente
- MVP-Cigna Network
- Wellfleet-NYU Student
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Connecticare
- Connecticare Bridge
- Connecticare Commercial
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Emblem
- Emblem Select Care Bronze Small Group
- Emblem Select Care EPO
- Emblem Select Care Gold Small Group
- Emblem Select Care HMO
- Emblem Select Care PPO
- Emblem Select Care Platinum Small Group
- Emblem Select Care Silver Small Group
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First Health
- First Health PPO
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GHI
- American Plan Administrators
- GHI CBP (City of New York Employees)
- GHI Emblem Health EPO
- GHI Emblem Health PPO
- GHI HMO
- GHI HMO Medicare
- GHI Medicare PPO
- GHI Medicare Supplement
- GHI Network Access - Benefit Services of PA
- GHI Network Access - Humana
- GHI Network Access - Total Plan Concepts
- IUOE Local 14-14B
- Wlny-TV Inc.
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HIP
- HIP Access I
- HIP Access II
- HIP Bridge
- HIP Child Health Plus
- HIP EPO
- HIP HMO
- HIP Medicare Supplement
- HIP POS
- HIP PPO
- HIP Prime Basic Exchange
- HIP Prime Bronze
- HIP Prime Bronze Exchange
- HIP Prime Catastrophic Exchange
- HIP Prime Gold
- HIP Prime Gold Exchange
- HIP Prime Platinum
- HIP Prime Platinum Exchange
- HIP Prime Silver
- HIP Prime Silver Exchange
- HIP VIP Medicare Bold
- HIP VIP Medicare Prime
- Vytra HMO
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Local 1199
- Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice
- Local 1199 PPO
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Magnacare
- Magnacare PPO
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Medicare
- Medicare Part A and B
- Medicare Part B
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NYSHIP - The Empire Plan
- NYS Health Insurance Plan - The Empire Plan, Excelsior Plan, NY Student Employee Health Plan
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Oxford
- Oxford Health Plans Freedom
- Oxford Health Plans Liberty
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Railroad Medicare
- Palmetto GBA Railroad Medicare
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Sedgwick WTC
- World Trade Center - Sedgwick
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Tricare
- TriWest
- Tricare
- US Family Health Plan
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United Healthcare
- AARP Medicare Complete
- Bind Benefits inc
- Oxford Health Plans Medicare Advantage
- UMR
- United Healthcare (NY University Care Plan)
- United Healthcare AARP
- United Healthcare All Savers
- United Healthcare Choice
- United Healthcare Choice (AMEX employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (Blackrock employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (CBS employees)
- United Healthcare Choice (Simon
- United Healthcare EPO
- United Healthcare EPO (ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Golden Rule Insurance
- United Healthcare HMO
- United Healthcare Healthscope
- United Healthcare Indemnity
- United Healthcare Indemnity (ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Medicare
- United Healthcare Navigate
- United Healthcare Nexus
- United Healthcare Nexus (Amex Employees)
- United Healthcare POS
- United Healthcare PPO
- United Healthcare Plus (ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Health Employees)
- United Healthcare Student Resources
- United Healthcare Student Resources (NYU)
- United Healthcare Value, Advantage and HDHP (New York University employees)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice (NY Power Authority Employees)
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VA Community Care Network
- VA CCN Optum
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WTC Health Program
- NY Fire Department - WTC
- WTC Health Program
Francis Adams, MD does not accept insurance.
Locations and Appointments
ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Pulmonary & Critical Care Associates
222 East 41st Street, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10017
Publications
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Pulmonary disorders : chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other types of chronic lung disease
Bevelaqua, Frederick A; Adams, FVMedical aspects of disability : a handbook for the rehabilitation professional. New York, NY : Springer Pub. Co., 1999. 2nd ed. p.?-?. (Springer series on rehabilitation) (1497122)
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Pulmonary disorders : chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other types of chronic lung disease
Bevelaqua, Frederick A; Adams, FVMedical aspects of disability : a handbook for the rehabilitation professional. New York : Springer Pub. Co., 1993. p.?-?. (1497102)