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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Franklin, Physiatrist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Robert Franklin, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Franklin graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Franklin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franklin’s office at (337) 264-9363.
Where did Dr. Franklin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Franklin speak?
Dr. Franklin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Franklin typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Franklin may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Franklin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Franklin accept my insurance?
Dr. Franklin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 264-9363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franklin accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Franklin in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American HealthCare Group
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Franklin's office located?
Dr. Robert Franklin's Primary Practice
101 Energy Pkwy Ste B
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 264-9363
What is Dr. Franklin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Franklin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730101098.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franklin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Franklin
What is Dr. Robert Franklin's specialty?
Dr. Franklin is a Physiatrist near Lafayette, LA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Robert Franklin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franklin is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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
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Is Robert Franklin accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Franklin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Franklin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Franklin's office at (337) 264-9363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Franklin?
Please contact Dr. Franklin's office at (337) 264-9363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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