Michael Francis, PA-C
Michael Francis is a Physician Assistant based in Ypsilanti, MI with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael Francis, PA-C specializes in medical, serving patients in Ypsilanti, MI in group practice. With 16+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Ypsilanti area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have substance use, mood disorders, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2536dNPPES updated 2019-06-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5333 Mcauley Dr Rm 5011, Ypsilanti, MI 48197-1003
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.75%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.3 pts)
3.75% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.2%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.4 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
34
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
78
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
587
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $104k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Substance Use Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Hypertension.
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-32%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$38 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Michael Francis's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.71 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
16 years in practice
Experienced
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Mailing address
24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr Lbby J2000, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9484
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Care With Michael Francis
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Francis for substance use counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Ypsilanti 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 Michael Francis
Dr. Francis is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ypsilanti, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 622-5016.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Francis
Practice Location
5333 Mcauley Dr Rm 5011, Ypsilanti, MI 48197-1003
Mailing Address
24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr Lbby J2000, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9484
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