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Dr. Krystal Franklin, MD

Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Occupational Medicine Specialist, Surgeon, Pain Medicine Specialist

Las Cruces, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Franklin, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Las Cruces, NM?

    Dr. Krystal Franklin, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM. Dr. Franklin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franklin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franklin’s office at (575) 449-7002.

    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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Franklin typically treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Franklin typically perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Franklin 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. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Destruction for Pain
    • Neurolytic nerve block
    • Peripheral nerve ablation
    • Nerve destruction procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Franklin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Franklin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 449-7002 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Franklin accept in Las Cruces, NM?

    Dr. Franklin in Las Cruces, 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)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Franklin's office located?

    Dr. Krystal Franklin's Primary Practice

    2170 E Lohman Ave Ste C

    Las Cruces, NM 88001

    (575) 449-7002

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    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 1215162433.

    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. Krystal Franklin's specialty?

    Dr. Franklin is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Las Cruces, NM.

    What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.

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

    Yes, Dr. Franklin is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Christus Health 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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Pain 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. Krystal Franklin accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?

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

    Does Dr. Krystal Franklin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Franklin's office at (575) 449-7002 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Franklin's office at (575) 449-7002 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Franklin's office located?

    Dr. Franklin's office is located in Las Cruces, NM.