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Dr. Vanessa Franco, MD, PHD
Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Franco, Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Vanessa Franco, MD, PHD is an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Franco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franco’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franco’s office at (310) 794-0585.
What languages does Dr. Franco speak?
Dr. Franco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Franco treat?
As a Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Pain in Left Wrist
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
- Left Wrist Ache
- Left Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
- M25532: Pain in left wrist
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Pain
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right wrist
- Sore right wrist
- Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25531: Pain in right wrist
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Franco perform as a Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Vanessa Franco may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Franco's office.
Does Dr. Franco accept my insurance?
Dr. Franco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-0585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franco accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Franco in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Franco's office located?
Dr. Vanessa Franco's Primary Practice
100 Medical Plz Ste 755
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 794-0585
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 1306188727.
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. Vanessa Franco's specialty?
Dr. Franco is a Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. An emergency physician with expertise in sports medicine provides comprehensive care in this field, focusing not only on improving health and fitness but also on preventing and managing injuries and illnesses. A sports medicine physician is well-qualified and skilled in promoting wellness and understands the role of exercise in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This specialty requires a solid foundation in exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, and epidemiology. Contact Dr. Franco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vanessa Franco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franco is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist?
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Is Vanessa Franco accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Franco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vanessa Franco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (310) 794-0585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vanessa Franco?
Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (310) 794-0585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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