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DR. RICHARD CLIFTON FRANKLIN MD
NPI 1144275223
Anesthesiology in Shelby, NC

Active since May 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
201 E GROVER ST, SHELBY, NC 28150(704) 487-3000(704) 476-7416 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Richard Clifton Franklin Md NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD CLIFTON FRANKLIN MD (NPI 1144275223) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Shelby, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (9600536) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144275223
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD CLIFTON FRANKLINCredential: MD
Location Address201 E GROVER STShelby, NC 28150-3917
Mailing AddressPo Box 890561Charlotte, NC 28289-0561 · (800) 919-1190 · Fax (706) 737-2272
Phone(704) 487-3000
Fax(704) 476-7416
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 2024
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 19, 2024
✔ NPI 1144275223 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 9600536
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 9600536 (NC)
201 E GROVER ST, Shelby, NC 28150
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Other Identifiers 6

Other33618NC · Bcbsnc
Other0614839002NC · Cigna
Other4597856NC · Aetna
Other85329NC · Medcost
Medicaid8933618NC
MedicaidN00536SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Cigna Healthcare, InStil Health, Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Richard Clifton Franklin Md 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 ID6901940170
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100225000840
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Richard Franklin reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Southeast Anesthesiology Consultants, PLLC
39 mi
Anesthesiology
927 EAST BLVD
Charlotte, NC 28203
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 223 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538124201 (704) 377-5772
Chs Anesthesia Services Group Inc
45 mi
Anesthesiology
8800 N TRYON ST
Charlotte, NC 28262
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 1,212 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1346649415 (704) 863-6000
Medstream Anesthesia PLLC
883 mi
Anesthesiology
2221 LAKESIDE BLVD STE 600
Richardson, TX 75082
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, North Carolina enrollment
  • 493 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1649616160 (828) 210-9386

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
35 services34 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
25 services25 patients
Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
21 services20 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910
Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.
14 services13 patients
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812
Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.
13 services13 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Atrium Health Cleveland

Acute Care Hospitals · Shelby, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number340021
Location201 E Grover StShelby, NC 28150 · Cleveland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

JUSTEN DANIEL WRIGHT PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Cleveland County (980) 487-3000
SUSAN DAVIS RN, BSN,CDCES
Registered Nurse (Diabetes Educator)
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Cleveland County (980) 487-3953
MRS. MARTHA BUCHANAN CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Cleveland County (704) 487-3000
ERIC OFOSU MD
Internal Medicine
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Cleveland County (980) 487-3678
CONFIDENCE PAUL PA-C
Physician Assistant
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Cleveland County (980) 487-3000
CLEVELAND COUNTY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
General Acute Care Hospital
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Cleveland County (980) 487-7427
SHELBY ANESTHESIOLOGY ASSOCIATES PA
Anesthesiology
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Cleveland County (704) 487-3000
DR. JOHN M BILLINSKY JR. MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
201 E GROVER ST
SHELBY, NC 28150
Cleveland County (980) 487-3929

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 Richard Franklin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Franklin is 1144275223. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2006.

Where is Richard Franklin located?

Richard Franklin practices at 201 E Grover St, Shelby, NC 28150. The listed phone number is (704) 487-3000.

What is Richard Franklin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Richard Franklin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Franklin 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Richard Franklin's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Richard Franklin reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Southeast Anesthesiology Consultants, PLLC (Charlotte, NC), Chs Anesthesia Services Group Inc (Charlotte, NC) and Medstream Anesthesia PLLC (Richardson, TX). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Richard Franklin's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Richard Franklin accept?

Health plans from Cigna Healthcare, InStil Health and Oscar Health Plan of North Carolina, Inc list Richard Franklin 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 Richard Franklin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Richard Franklin is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Franklin was last updated on September 19, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.