DR. KARL M FRANCIS JR. MD
NPI 1669521571
Surgery in Clarksville, TN

Active since January 09, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
647 DUNLOP LN STE 203, CLARKSVILLE, TN 37040(931) 502-3700(931) 502-3705 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2026, Sep 30, 2021, Jun 18, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Karl M Francis Jr. Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. KARL M FRANCIS JR. MD (NPI 1669521571) is an individual surgery provider in Clarksville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (MD69318) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare-clarksville, and is a graduate of Other (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669521571
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KARL M FRANCIS JR.Credential: MD
Location Address647 DUNLOP LN STE 203Clarksville, TN 37040-5165
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 875-8618 · Fax (615) 322-5048
Fax(931) 502-3705
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateJanuary 9, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2026
NPI 1669521571 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses Licensed in TN · MD69318 Licensed in UT · 2920551205
Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

647 DUNLOP LN STE 203, Clarksville, TN 37040

Other Identifiers 1

MedicaidQ089588TN

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Karl M Francis Jr. Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1052494929
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240213002598
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
40 services21 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
36 services34 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
34 services34 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville

Acute Care Hospitals · Clarksville, TN
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440035
Location651 Dunlop LaneClarksville, TN 37040 · Montgomery County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37040 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Surgery
647 DUNLOP LN STE 203
CLARKSVILLE, TN 37040
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
647 DUNLOP LN STE 203
CLARKSVILLE, TN 37040
Surgery
647 DUNLOP LN STE 203
CLARKSVILLE, TN 37040
Surgery
647 DUNLOP LN STE 203
CLARKSVILLE, TN 37040
Neurological Surgery
647 DUNLOP LN STE 203
CLARKSVILLE, TN 37040
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
647 DUNLOP LN STE 203
CLARKSVILLE, TN 37040

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Karl Francis's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karl Francis is 1669521571. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 9, 2007.

Where is Karl Francis located?

Karl Francis practices at 647 Dunlop Ln Ste 203, Clarksville, TN 37040. The listed phone number is (931) 502-3700.

What is Karl Francis's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Karl Francis enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karl Francis is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Karl Francis accept?

Health plans from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Karl Francis as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Karl Francis affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karl Francis is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karl Francis was last updated on April 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.