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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Franco, Surgeon in Monroe, NJ?
Dr. Charles Franco, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Monroe, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Franco graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Franco is fluent in English and Italian, 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 at (609) 409-4500.
Where did Dr. Franco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Montefiore Med. Ctr./Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery | University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) Affiliated Hospitals | UMDNJ
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Franco board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Charles Franco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Franco speak?
Dr. Franco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Franco typically treat?
As a Surgeon, 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:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Franco typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Franco performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Franco accept my insurance?
Dr. Franco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 409-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franco accept in Monroe, NJ?
Dr. Franco in Monroe, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Franco's office located?
Dr. Charles Franco's Primary Practice
298 Applegarth Rd Ste F
Monroe, NJ 08831
(609) 409-4500
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Charles Franco?
Dr. Franco has appointments available at his Monroe, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Franco's NPI number?An 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 1942393012.
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. Charles Franco's specialty?
Dr. Franco is a Surgeon near Monroe, NJ.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Charles Franco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franco is affiliated with Saint Peter's University Hospital, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Hunterdon Medical Center 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 Charles Franco accepting new patients in Monroe, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Charles Franco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Franco offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Franco, or call (609) 409-4500 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Franco?
Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (609) 409-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Franco have?
Dr. Charles Franco is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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