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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Franks, Internist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Ruth Franks, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Franks graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine. Dr. Franks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franks’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franks’s office at (602) 817-7857.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Franks?
Dr. Ruth Franks, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist 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. Franks empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hypertension, Medication Management, Preventive Medicine, Weight Management, Wellness Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Phoenix/AZ community, Dr. Franks is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Franks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Arizona, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Franks board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Franks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Franks speak?
Dr. Franks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Franks treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Franks 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. Franks. 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:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Hepatic Encephalopathy
- Portosystemic encephalopathy
- PSE
- Brain fog from liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7682: Hepatic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Hepatitis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Hepatitis
- Alcohol-induced hepatitis
- Alcoholic liver inflammation
- Acute alcoholic hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7010: Alcoholic hepatitis without ascites
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Which procedures does Dr. Franks perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruth Franks may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Franks' office.
Does Dr. Franks accept my insurance?
Dr. Franks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 817-7857 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franks accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Franks in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Franks' office located?
What is Dr. Franks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Franks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356558548.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Franks
What is Dr. Ruth Franks's specialty?
Dr. Franks is a Internist near Phoenix, AZ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Franks to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ruth Franks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franks is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?
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Is Ruth Franks accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Franks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruth Franks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Franks's office at (602) 817-7857 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruth Franks?
Please contact Dr. Franks's office at (602) 817-7857 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Franks have?
Dr. Ruth Franks is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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