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RUBEN FRANCO
NPI 1104908839
Physician Assistant - Medical in Albuquerque, NM

Active since October 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.54/100
CMS Quality Rating
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131(505) 925-4431(505) 925-7679 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 8, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 8, 2023, Mar 22, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Ruben Franco NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

RUBEN FRANCO (NPI 1104908839) is an individual medical provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico, licensed in New Mexico (PA2005-0042) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unm Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1104908839
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363AM0700X
Provider Legal NameRUBEN FRANCO
Location Address1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICOAlbuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Mailing Address933 Bradbury Dr Se, Suite 2222Albuquerque, NM 87106-4374 · (505) 272-3120
Phone(505) 925-4431
Fax(505) 925-7679
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateOctober 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 8, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 8, 2023
✔ NPI 1104908839 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · MedicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AM0700X
License✔ Licensed in NM · PA2005-0042
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, Albuquerque, NM 87131
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Oklahoma.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ruben Franco is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6406858349
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070206000687
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
282 services109 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
108 services61 patients
Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles 20553
Trigger point injection therapy involves injecting medication into specific areas of your muscles, known as trigger points. These are areas that produce pain and discomfort. If you have three or more muscles affected, each will be treated individually.
81 services34 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
51 services31 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
50 services28 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
41 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Unm Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Albuquerque, NM
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number320001
Location2211 Lomas Boulevard NEAlbuquerque, NM 87106 · Bernalillo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

93.54/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality93.21
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost63.83

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. JOSHUA OKORO-SOKOH MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Bernalillo County (505) 272-2345
SHREYA NUGURI
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Bernalillo County (505) 272-4161
DEVIN ALEXANDER MAEZ MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Bernalillo County (505) 272-4661
DR. KATHRYN ANNE CERAMI DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Bernalillo County (979) 492-0011
RAEHANNA ABDULNASSER AHMED DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Bernalillo County (505) 272-8244
MICHAEL JOSHUA FOX DO
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Bernalillo County (505) 272-0932
JESSICA MCALLISTER MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Bernalillo County (505) 272-5580
FRANCISCO JAIME
Anesthesiology
1 UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87131
Bernalillo County (505) 272-2610

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Ruben Franco's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruben Franco is 1104908839. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 20, 2006.

Where is Ruben Franco located?

Ruben Franco practices at 1 University Of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131. The listed phone number is (505) 925-4431.

What is Ruben Franco's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Medical, with taxonomy code 363AM0700X.

Is Ruben Franco enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruben Franco is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Ruben Franco accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma list Ruben Franco as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Ruben Franco affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruben Franco is affiliated with Unm Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruben Franco was last updated on June 8, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.