Physician Profile
Francis B. Ponce, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Ponce
Based in Shrewsbury, NJ, Francis B. Ponce, MD is listed in the NPI registry under neurology. Medicare claims data shows Francis provided 7,161 services to 792 patients. The services billed most often include injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit, established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more, and new patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (848) 226-5595
- Email not available
Practice Locations
160 AVENUE AT THE CMN STE 1
Shrewsbury, NJ 07702
107 Monmouth Rd
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Neurology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Alzheimer's disease
- Epilepsy
- Migraines
- Multiple sclerosis
- Neuropathy
- Parkinson's disease
Headache and facial pain
- Tension headaches
- Trigeminal neuralgia
Memory and cognition
- Mild cognitive impairment
Movement disorders
- Essential tremor
- Huntington's disease
- Restless legs syndrome
Neuromuscular and peripheral nerve
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
- Carpal tunnel
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Muscular dystrophy
- Myasthenia gravis
Seizures and epilepsy
- Functional seizures
Stroke and vascular
- Brain aneurysm
- Transient ischemic attack
Brain & Spine
- Severe back pain
Brain tumors
- Brain Tumor Symptoms
Head & Facial Pain
- Cluster Headaches
Memory & Cognitive
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Movement Disorders
- Balance Problems and Ataxia
- Stiff neck
- Stiff Person Syndrome
- Tourette Syndrome and Tics
Nerve Compression
- Sciatica
Sleep & Movement
- Narcolepsy
Spine and nerve
- Cervical radiculopathy
Spine, brain injury, and functional
- Bell's palsy
- Concussion
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Botox for migraines
- EEG
- EMG
- Nerve block
- Sleep study
Consultation and testing
- Ambulatory EEG
- Evoked-potential testing
- Nerve-conduction studies
Consultations & Exams
- Neurological Second Opinion
- Spasticity Assessment and Treatment
- Stroke Risk Evaluation
Consultations and exams
- Neurological Exam and Consultation
Device management
- Deep Brain Stimulation Adjustment
- Responsive Neurostimulator Programming
Diagnostic Testing
- Cognitive and memory screening
- Genetic Testing for Neurological Disorders
- Neuromuscular Ultrasound
- Neuropsychological Testing
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Tap Test
- Tilt Table Test
Infusion and medical therapies
- Neurology Infusion Therapy
Infusions & Therapies
- IVIG Infusion Therapy
- Migraine Preventive Injections and Infusions
- MS Disease-Modifying Infusion Therapy
- Plasmapheresis
Injections & Pain Relief
- Botox Injections for Excessive Drooling
- Botox Injections for Muscle Spasms and Dystonia
- Trigger Point Injections
Medication Management
- Seizure Medication Management
Neuromodulation
- Baclofen Pump Programming and Refills
- Vagus nerve stimulation management
Office procedures
- Lumbar puncture
- Occipital nerve block
Trauma & Injury
- Concussion Evaluation and Baseline Testing
- Concussion Return-to-Play Clearance
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
7,161 services · 792 patients · 15 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Injection of chemical for paralysis of facial and neck nerve muscles on both sides of face | Procedure | 64615 |
31 | Less often than most peers in Neurology |
| Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, each additional 30 minutes | Treatment | 96139 |
65 | As often as other peers in Neurology |
| Administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, first 30 minutes | Treatment | 96138 |
65 | More often than most peers in Neurology |
| Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and asleep | Treatment | 95819 |
61 | More often than most peers in Neurology |
| Measurement of brain wave activity with video (veeg), 12-26 hours with review and report by health care professional | Treatment | 95720 |
33 | Less often than most peers in Neurology |
| Measurement of brain wave activity with video (veeg), 12-26 hours with continuous monitoring | Treatment | 95716 |
33 | Too few peers to compare |
| Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), continuous | Treatment | 95700 |
11 | Less often than most peers in Neurology |
| Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit | Drug given | J0585 |
6,100 | Less often than most peers in Neurology |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | Office visit | 99214 |
449 | More often than most peers in Neurology |
| New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more | Office visit | 99204 |
142 | More than most peers in Neurology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
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Related specialists at this location 1
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Trained at Other 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
More connections — 16 related providers in 2 groups
Class of 1988 at Other 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Injection of chemical for paralysis of facial and neck nerve muscles on both sides of face 8
Providers in NJ who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Dr. Ponce's specialty?
Dr. Ponce is a neurologist in Shrewsbury, NJ. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Neurology”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Dr. Ponce?
Dr. Ponce is listed at 160 Avenue at the Cmn Ste 1, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Dr. Ponce?
The number on file is (848) 226-5595. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Ponce?
Dr. Ponce's National Provider Identifier is 1912963323. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Ponce's medical education?
Dr. Ponce attended Other, graduating in 1988. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Dr. Ponce have?
Dr. Ponce has 38 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1988, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Dr. Ponce known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Ponce performs procedures including injection of chemical for paralysis of facial and neck nerve muscles on both sides of face; provides treatments such as administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, each additional 30 minutes and administration of psychological or neuropsychological test by technician, first 30 minutes, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Dr. Ponce's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Ponce. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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