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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. Dr. Franco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Franco typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
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
What procedures does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Franco typically perform?
As an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Franco 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Franco's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Franco affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Franco has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center,Santa Monica, CARanked in 2 Procedures
Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center,Santa Monica, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Providence Saint John's Health Center,Santa Monica, CARanked in 3 Procedures
Providence Saint John's Health Center,Santa Monica, CA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center,Los Angeles, CARanked Liver Cancer Surgery
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked Liver Cancer Surgery
Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center,Los Angeles, CARanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Knee Replacement Surgery
Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center,Los Angeles, CA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Knee Replacement Surgery
What is Dr. Franco's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is Dr. Vanessa Franco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franco is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Dignity Health - California Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. 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 Dr. Vanessa Franco?
Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (310) 794-0585 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Franco's office located?
Dr. Franco's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Santa Monica, CA.
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