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Dr. Michael Franco, MD

Physiatrist, Internist

Minneapolis, MN

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Franco, Physiatrist in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Michael Franco, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Franco is fluent in English, and is not 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 at (515) 241-8595.

    What languages does Dr. Franco speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael 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 call our office at (515) 241-8595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Franco accept in Minneapolis, MN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • University of Michigan Health and Covenant HealthCare

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    Where is Dr. Franco's office located?

    Dr. Michael Franco's Primary Practice

    Box PO

    Minneapolis, MN 55486

    (515) 241-8595

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    Dr. Michael Franco's Practice 2

    200 1st St SW

    Rochester, MN 55905

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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 1245072289.

    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. Michael Franco's specialty?

    Dr. Franco is a Physiatrist near Minneapolis, MN.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

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

    Yes, Dr. Franco is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, River’s Edge Hospital & Clinic 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

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    Is Dr. Michael Franco accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    No, Dr. Michael Franco is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Franco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (515) 241-8595 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (515) 241-8595 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Franco's office located?

    Dr. Franco's offices are located in Minneapolis, MN and Rochester, MN.