Francis S Lichon, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Francis S Lichon is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Naperville, IL with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across IL can see Francis S Lichon, MD in person in Naperville or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) graduate since 1978, he brings 48+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.36/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 26% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
10 Martin Ave Ste 140, Naperville, IL 60540-6538
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202391.36/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better21.76%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+16.7 pts)
21.76% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
357
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
449
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,533
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.71M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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.
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$294 received from industry
9 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Francis S Lichon's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 3, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1978)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Francis S Lichon
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Francis S Lichon for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Naperville 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 Francis S Lichon
Dr. Lichon is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Naperville, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (630) 961-2810.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Francis S Lichon
Practice Location
10 Martin Ave Ste 140, Naperville, IL 60540-6538
Mailing Address
10 Martin Ave Ste 140, Naperville, IL 60540-6538
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