Frances A Collichio, MD

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Frances A Collichio is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Chapel Hill, NC with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(919) 966-4996Chapel Hill, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Frances a Collichio, MD has practiced internal medicine for 39+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (class of 1987), she has been practicing for over 39 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

1 of 95 Internal Medicine providers in NCSee all Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill39+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6894dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-0001

Fax: (919) 843-5515
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

8.78%

North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)

8.78% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

75.9%

North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.9 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

135

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

70

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

319

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $418k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+3%)73%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Diabetes
Higher than avg (+2%)36%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+6%)36%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
32%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%
Cancer
Higher than avg (+10%)31%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1987

    University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

  2. 39 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Education & Training

University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 1987)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

143 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516-2539

Differs from practice location

Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Frances a Collichio

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Frances a Collichio for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Chapel Hill required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frances a Collichio

Dr. Collichio is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chapel Hill, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 966-4996.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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