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Dr. Paula Franklin, MD

Pediatrician

Cleveland, NC

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Franklin, Pediatrician in Cleveland, NC?

    Dr. Paula Franklin, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Cleveland, NC. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Franklin graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Franklin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franklin’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franklin’s office at (704) 278-0300.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Franklin?

    Dr. Paula Franklin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Franklin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland, NC community, Dr. Franklin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Franklin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wayne State University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Franklin board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Franklin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Franklin speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Franklin typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Franklin 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. Franklin. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Franklin typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Paula Franklin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Franklin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Franklin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 278-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Franklin accept in Cleveland, NC?

    Dr. Franklin in Cleveland, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • State of North Carolina

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Franklin's office located?

    Dr. Paula Franklin's Primary Practice

    11709 Statesville Blvd

    Cleveland, NC 27013

    (704) 278-0300

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    What hospitals are Dr. Franklin affiliated with?

    Dr. Franklin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Davis Regional Medical Center,Statesville, NC

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

    Dr. Franklin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366559106.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franklin?

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

    What is Dr. Paula Franklin's specialty?

    Dr. Franklin is a Pediatrician near Cleveland, NC.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Paula Franklin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Franklin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Davis Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Paula Franklin accepting new patients in Cleveland, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Franklin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paula Franklin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Franklin's office at (704) 278-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paula Franklin?

    Please contact Dr. Franklin's office at (704) 278-0300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Franklin's office located?

    Dr. Franklin's office is located in Cleveland, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Franklin have?

    Dr. Paula Franklin is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.