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Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo, MD

Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist, Critical Care Internist

Shelby Township, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Franco-Elizondo, Pulmonologist in Shelby Township, MI?

    Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Shelby Township, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Franco-Elizondo is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franco-Elizondo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franco-Elizondo’s office.

    Is Dr. Franco-Elizondo board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Franco-Elizondo speak?

    Dr. Franco-Elizondo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Franco-Elizondo typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Franco-Elizondo diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Franco-Elizondo. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Franco-Elizondo typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo may include:

    Please contact Dr. Franco-Elizondo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Franco-Elizondo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Franco-Elizondo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Franco-Elizondo accept in Shelby Township, MI?

    Dr. Franco-Elizondo in Shelby Township, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Franco-Elizondo's office located?

    Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo's Primary Practice

    50505 Schoenherr Rd Ste 290

    Shelby Township, MI 48315

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    Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo's Practice 2

    22201 Moross Rd Ste 50

    Detroit, MI 48236

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    Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo's Practice 3

    21000 E 12 Mile Rd Ste 112

    Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081

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    What is Dr. Franco-Elizondo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Franco-Elizondo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225297559.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franco-Elizondo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Franco-Elizondo

    What is Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo's specialty?

    Dr. Franco-Elizondo is a Pulmonologist near Shelby Township, MI.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Franco-Elizondo is affiliated with Ascension St. John Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Henry Ford Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Corewell Health Wayne Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo accepting new patients in Shelby Township, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Franco-Elizondo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo?

    Please contact Dr. Franco-Elizondo's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Franco-Elizondo's office located?

    Dr. Franco-Elizondo's offices are located in Shelby Township, MI, Detroit, MI, and Saint Clair Shores, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo have?

    Dr. Rene Franco-Elizondo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.