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Dr. Ruben Franco, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Downey, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Franco, Family Medicine Specialist in Downey, CA?

    Dr. Ruben Franco, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Franco completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Franco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franco’s office at (800) 823-4040.

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

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Franco board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben Franco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Franco typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Franco typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruben Franco may include:

    Please contact Dr. Franco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Franco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Franco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 823-4040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Franco accept in Downey, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Franco's office located?

    Dr. Ruben Franco's Primary Practice

    9449 Imperial Hwy

    Downey, CA 90242

    (800) 823-4040

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    Dr. Ruben Franco's Practice 2

    9400 Rosecrans Ave

    Bellflower, CA 90706

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    What is Dr. Franco's NPI number?A 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 1952332827.

    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. Ruben Franco's specialty?

    Dr. Franco is a Family Medicine Specialist near Downey, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Franco is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Ruben Franco accepting new patients in Downey, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Ruben Franco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (800) 823-4040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruben Franco?

    Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (800) 823-4040 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Franco's office located?

    Dr. Franco's offices are located in Downey, CA and Bellflower, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruben Franco have?

    Dr. Ruben Franco is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.