--- title: "Dr. Aren Francis | Head and Neck Doctor in Modesto, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Aren Francis, M.D. practices Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery in Modesto, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-aren-francis-1046232306" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Aren Francis, M.D. ![Aren Francis, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/i4DbDNlKhih8NeNHdIF6kr6NpxBGK5s3SFvjHd905Z0/1.0000/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(736 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Aren Francis, M.D. ## Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery - Accepting new patients [600 Coffee RoadModesto, CA 95355](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=600+Coffee+Road+Modesto%2C+CA+95355+US) ## Schedule appointment [209-550-4770](tel:+12095504770) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-aren-francis-1046232306#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-aren-francis-1046232306#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-aren-francis-1046232306#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-aren-francis-1046232306#provider-services) ## About Dr. Francis Languages English Gender Male Ages treated All ages Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Approach to care I strive to offer all of my patients individualized high quality care. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, personal interests include spending time with family, hiking, skiing, bicycling and running. ## Education and training **Medical school:** Albert Einstein College of Medicine **Internship:** Surgical Internship, State University of New York, Health Science Center at Brooklyn **Residency:** State University of New York, Health Science Center at Brooklyn ## Board certifications - Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery ## Affiliations ### Hospitals - Memorial Medical Center Modesto ### Medical groups - Gould Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (2 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (19 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (23 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Main Clinic (Modesto)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/main-clinic-600-coffee-road-1043246806) 600 Coffee Road Modesto, CA 95355 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=600+Coffee+Road+Modesto%2C+CA+95355+US) [209-550-4770](tel:+12095504770) 209-550-4835 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Nasal surgery - Sinus surgery ### Conditions - Acute bacterial sinusitis - Adenoiditis - Hearing loss - [Sleep apnea](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/snoring-and-sleep-apnea) - Tonsillitis ### Reasons for visit - Hearing Loss Care - [Pediatric ear, nose, and throat](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-ear-nose-and-throat-care) ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Head and neck oncologic surgery](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/head-neck-oncologic-surgery) - [Head and neck cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/head-neck-cancer) - [Head and neck care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/head-and-neck-care) ## Similar providers nearby - 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Anyah, D.O.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-anwuli-a-anyah-1046247630) (471) Main Clinic Modesto 600 Coffee Road Modesto, CA 95355 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=600+Coffee+Road+Modesto%2C+CA+95355+US) [209-550-4770](tel:+12095504770) #### Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery - Accepting new patients - ![Charles Suntra](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/nCBOJbgu6uWElJMJ9YHiP4_aaGRnPp6nBciEqo_9JwM/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Charles Suntra, M.D.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-charles-suntra-1046233589) (709) Main Clinic 600 Coffee Road Modesto, CA 95355 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=600+Coffee+Road+Modesto%2C+CA+95355+US) [209-550-4770](tel:+12095504770) #### Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery - Accepting new patients #### Reconstructive Surgery - Accepting new patients ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. 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