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Who is Dr. Franco, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Jimena Franco, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Franco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franco’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franco’s office at (210) 226-6169.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Franco?
Dr. Jimena Franco, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cornea and External Diseases Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Franco empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cornea & External Eye Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Antonio/TX community, Dr. Franco is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Franco speak?
Dr. Franco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Franco treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Refractive Error
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Vision problem
- Focusing problem
- Blurred vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
Also known as:
- Corneal Inflammation
- Corneal Swelling
- Corneal Disorder
- Keratitis
- Inflamed Cornea
- Eye Inflammation
- Swollen Cornea
- Corneal Edema
- Fluid in Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H169: Unspecified keratitis
- H1820: Unspecified corneal edema
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Wing-shaped Growth on Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11051: Peripheral pterygium, progressive, right eye
- H11052: Peripheral pterygium, progressive, left eye
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Eye Transplant
- Cornea Graft
- Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z947: Corneal transplant status
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Conjunctival Growth
- Wing-shaped Eye Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11001: Unspecified pterygium of right eye
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:
- Ocular Rosacea
- Pink Eye
- Rosacea
- Eye Rosacea
- Rosacea Eye Symptoms
- Rosacea-related Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H10823: Rosacea conjunctivitis, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Franco perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jimena Franco may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
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 (210) 226-6169 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franco accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Franco in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
iCare
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Franco's office located?
Dr. Jimena Franco's Primary Practice
800 McCullough Ave
San Antonio, TX 78215
(210) 226-6169
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jimena Franco?
Dr. Franco has appointments available at her San Antonio, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1821478355.
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. Jimena Franco's specialty?
Dr. Franco is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near San Antonio, TX. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Franco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jimena Franco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Franco is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of New Mexico Hospital. 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 Jimena Franco accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jimena Franco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jimena Franco offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Franco, or call (210) 226-6169 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Jimena Franco?
Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (210) 226-6169 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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