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Dr. Sara Franzen, MD

Dr. Sara Franzen, MD

Allegan, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Franzen, Pediatrician in Allegan, MI?

    Dr. Sara Franzen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Allegan, MI. Dr. Franzen graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is a member of the American Board of Pediatrics, Texas Medical Board, Texas Pediatric Society, and Alpha Omega Alpha. Dr. Franzen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franzen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franzen’s office at (269) 686-5800.

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

    • Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Franzen speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Franzen 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. Franzen. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    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

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Franzen 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. Franzen. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Franzen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Franzen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 686-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Franzen accept in Allegan, MI?

    Dr. Franzen in Allegan, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Corewell Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Franzen's office located?

    Dr. Sara Franzen's Primary Practice

    551 Linn St Ste 150

    Allegan, MI 49010

    (269) 686-5800

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Board of Pediatrics

    Member

    2012

    Texas Medical Board

    Member

    2011

    Texas Pediatric Society

    Member

    2009

    Alpha Omega Alpha

    Member

    2008

    Awards

    White Hat Award - Dallas Pediatric Society and UT Southwestern Pediatr

    Award for Clinical Excellence - UT Southwestern Pediatric Residency P

    The Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award - Gold Humanism Honor Soci

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

    Dr. Franzen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871735522.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franzen?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Franzen's specialty?

    Dr. Franzen is a Pediatrician near Allegan, MI.

    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 this Dr. Sara Franzen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Franzen is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Lakeview 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

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    Is Sara Franzen accepting new patients in Allegan, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Franzen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Franzen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Franzen's office at (269) 686-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sara Franzen?

    Please contact Dr. Franzen's office at (269) 686-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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