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42 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Franco, Internist in Vero Beach, FL?
Dr. Richard Franco, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Vero Beach, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Franco completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Gastroenterology; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Franco is fluent in English, 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 (772) 567-6140.
Where did Dr. Franco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Gastroenterology; Ny Med Coll/Met Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Franco board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard 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
What conditions does Dr. Franco treat?
As an 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Which procedures does Dr. Franco perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard 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 (772) 567-6140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franco accept in Vero Beach, FL?
Dr. Franco in Vero Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
StableView Health
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Franco's office located?
Dr. Richard Franco's Primary Practice
885 37th Pl Ste B
Vero Beach, FL 32960
(772) 567-6140
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 1396706073.
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. Richard Franco's specialty?
Dr. Franco is a Internist near Vero Beach, 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. Richard Franco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Franco is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Richard Franco accepting new patients in Vero Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Franco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Franco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (772) 567-6140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Franco?
Please contact Dr. Franco's office at (772) 567-6140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Franco have?
Dr. Richard Franco is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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