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Dr. Dionne Franco, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Franco, Pediatrician in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Dionne Franco, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Franco graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed her residency at University Of Texas Health Science Center Pediatric Residency Program. Dr. Franco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franco’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franco’s office at (210) 657-0220.

    Where did Dr. Franco go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Of Texas Health Science Center Pediatric Residency Program | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Franco board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Dionne Franco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    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 Pediatrician, 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:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Phonological Disorder
    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment
    • Speech Sound Disorder
    • Articulation Disorder
    • Sound Production Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder
    • Language Production Disorder
    • Verbal Expression Difficulty
    • Speech Output Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
    • F800: Phonological disorder
    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
    • F801: Expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Delayed Child Development
    • Child Development
    • Developmental delay
    • Slow development in children
    • Milestone delays

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R620: Delayed milestone in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R279: Unspecified lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Hyperactive ADHD
    • Impulsive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type

    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:

    • Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Youth Mental Health Issues
    • Adolescent Emotional Problems
    • Childhood Psychiatric Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F989: Unspecified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence

    What procedures does Dr. Franco perform?

    As a Pediatrician, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Franco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Franco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 657-0220 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

    • Bowling Green State University

    • Centene

    • Clear Spring Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Arkansas

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Franco's office located?

    Dr. Dionne Franco's Primary Practice

    9150 Huebner Rd Ste 155

    San Antonio, TX 78240

    (210) 657-0220

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    Dr. Dionne Franco's Practice 2

    8606 Village Dr # A

    San Antonio, TX 78217

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    Dr. Dionne Franco's Practice 3

    5000 Schertz Pkwy

    Schertz, TX 78154

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    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 1396926663.

    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. Dionne Franco's specialty?

    Dr. Franco is a Pediatrician near San Antonio, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Franco to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dionne Franco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Franco is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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

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    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dionne Franco accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Dionne Franco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dionne Franco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (210) 657-0220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dionne Franco?

    Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (210) 657-0220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dionne Franco have?

    Dr. Dionne Franco is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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