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Dr. Luis Franco, MD

Hammond, LA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Franco, Physiatrist in Hammond, LA?

    Dr. Luis Franco, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Hammond, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Franco graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Franco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franco’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franco’s office at (504) 471-6090.

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

    • Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Franco board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Franco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    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 Physiatrist, 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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Cerebellar Stroke Syndrome
    • Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Cerebellar Disorder
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Cerebellar Infarction
    • Stroke in Cerebellum
    • Post-ischemic stroke complications
    • Stroke after-effects
    • Residual problems from brain infarction
    • Ischemic stroke sequelae

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • G464: Cerebellar stroke syndrome
    • I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle disease
    • Muscle weakness
    • Myopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G729: Myopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    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

    Does Dr. Franco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Franco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 471-6090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Franco accept in Hammond, LA?

    Dr. Franco in Hammond, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Franco's office located?

    Dr. Luis Franco's Primary Practice

    15717 Belle Dr

    Hammond, LA 70403

    (504) 471-6090

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    Dr. Luis Franco's Practice 2

    333 E Worthy St

    Gonzales, LA 70737

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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 1235171232.

    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. Luis Franco's specialty?

    Dr. Franco is a Physiatrist near Hammond, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Franco to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Franco is affiliated with North Oaks 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 Luis Franco accepting new patients in Hammond, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Luis Franco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (504) 471-6090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Franco?

    Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (504) 471-6090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Franco have?

    Dr. Luis Franco is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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