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Dr. Matthew Franco, MD

Cardiologist

Wakefield, RI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Franco, Cardiologist in Wakefield, RI?

    Dr. Matthew Franco, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Wakefield, RI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Franco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franco’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Franco speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Franco typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Franco 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. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Arrhythmia
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Franco typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Franco may include:

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

    Does Dr. Franco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Franco 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 accept in Wakefield, RI?

    Dr. Franco in Wakefield, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Franco's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Franco's Primary Practice

    25 South County Commons Way Ste 2

    Wakefield, RI 02879

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    Dr. Matthew Franco's Practice 2

    164 Summit Ave

    Providence, RI 02906

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    Dr. Matthew Franco's Practice 3

    164 Summit Ave # C70

    Providence, RI 02906

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

    Dr. Franco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013177369.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franco?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Franco's specialty?

    Dr. Franco is a Cardiologist near Wakefield, RI.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. Matthew Franco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Franco is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, Tufts Medical Center, Westerly Hospital, Merrimackhealth Lawrence 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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. Matthew Franco accepting new patients in Wakefield, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Franco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Franco offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Franco?

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

    Where is Dr. Franco's office located?

    Dr. Franco's offices are located in Wakefield, RI and Providence, RI.