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Dr. Elaine Papafrangos, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Papafrangos, Family Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Elaine Papafrangos, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Papafrangos graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed her residency at U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, Family Medicine. Dr. Papafrangos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Papafrangos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Papafrangos’s office at (505) 462-7575.

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

    • Residency: U Ok/Tulsa Med Col Afl Hsp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Papafrangos board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Elaine Papafrangos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Papafrangos speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Papafrangos typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Papafrangos 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. Papafrangos. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Papafrangos typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elaine Papafrangos may include:

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

    Does Dr. Papafrangos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Papafrangos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 462-7575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Papafrangos accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Papafrangos in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Papafrangos' office located?

    Pmg Atrisco

    3901 Atrisco Dr NW

    Albuquerque, NM 87120

    (505) 462-7575

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    Dr. Elaine Papafrangos' Practice 2

    8300 Constitution Ave NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87110

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    Dr. Elaine Papafrangos' Practice 3

    4100 High Resort Blvd SE

    Rio Rancho, NM 87124

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

    Dr. Papafrangos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457445835.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Papafrangos?

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

    What is Dr. Elaine Papafrangos's specialty?

    Dr. Papafrangos is a Family Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Elaine Papafrangos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Papafrangos is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Elaine Papafrangos accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Elaine Papafrangos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elaine Papafrangos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Papafrangos' office at (505) 462-7575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elaine Papafrangos?

    Please contact Dr. Papafrangos' office at (505) 462-7575 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Papafrangos' office located?

    Dr. Papafrangos' offices are located in Albuquerque, NM and Rio Rancho, NM.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elaine Papafrangos have?

    Dr. Elaine Papafrangos is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.