Francis X Ratchford, M.D.

Family Medicine

Francis X Ratchford is a Family Medicine specialist based in Manassas, VA with over 34 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(703) 368-3161Manassas, VA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across VA can see Francis X Ratchford, M.D. in person in Manassas or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (class of 1992), he has been practicing for over 34 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 70% of reporting doctors in Virginia
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 864 Family Medicine providers in VASee all Family Medicine in Manassas34+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 1184dNPPES updated 2023-02-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Virginia Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

8640 Sudley Rd Suite 203, Manassas, VA 20110-4420

Fax: (703) 368-2498
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
Lower than avg (-1%)69%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-3%)67%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-12%)37%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-10%)22%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — 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 · 1992

    State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Feb 23, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 34 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Taxonomy: 207Q00000X

Education & Training

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (Class of 1992)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 748613, Atlanta, GA 30384-0447

Differs from practice location

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Francis X Ratchford

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Francis X Ratchford for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Manassas required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Francis X Ratchford

Dr. Ratchford is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Manassas, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (703) 368-3161.

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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