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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Franco, Internist in Palmetto Bay, FL?
Dr. Rigoberto Franco, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palmetto Bay, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Franco graduated from Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud and completed his residency at West Suburban Med Center. 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 (305) 255-3703.
Where did Dr. Franco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: West Suburban Med Center
Medical School: University Catol Madre Y Maestra (Ucmm)- Fac De Cien Med- Santiago | Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra (Pucmm), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud
Is Dr. Franco board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rigoberto Franco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 Dr. Franco treat?
As a Internist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Franco perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rigoberto Franco 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. Franco's office.
Does Dr. Franco accept my insurance?
Dr. Franco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 255-3703 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franco accept in Palmetto Bay, FL?
Dr. Franco in Palmetto Bay, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medica HealthCare
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Franco's office located?
Dr. Rigoberto Franco's Primary Practice
9710 E Indigo St Ste 303
Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
(305) 255-3703
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 1215927819.
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. Rigoberto Franco's specialty?
Dr. Franco is a Internist near Palmetto Bay, FL.
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. Franco to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Rigoberto Franco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franco is affiliated with Homestead Hospital 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 Rigoberto Franco accepting new patients in Palmetto Bay, FL?
Yes, Dr. Rigoberto Franco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rigoberto Franco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (305) 255-3703 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rigoberto Franco?
Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (305) 255-3703 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rigoberto Franco have?
Dr. Rigoberto Franco is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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