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Who is Dr. Frank, Trauma Surgeon in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Brian Frank, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Scranton, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Frank is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frank’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frank’s office at (570) 703-8731.
What languages does Dr. Frank speak?
Dr. Frank and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Frank treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Frank 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. Frank. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W1830XA: Fall on same level, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Frank perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Frank may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Frank's office.
Does Dr. Frank accept my insurance?
Dr. Frank accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 703-8731 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frank accept in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Frank in Scranton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Frank's office located?
What is Dr. Frank's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frank's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730409491.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frank?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frank
What is Dr. Brian Frank's specialty?
Dr. Frank is a Trauma Surgeon near Scranton, PA. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Frank to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Frank affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Frank is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Geisinger Community 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
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Is Brian Frank accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Frank is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Frank offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frank's office at (570) 703-8731 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Frank?
Please contact Dr. Frank's office at (570) 703-8731 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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