DR. FRANK PAUL LA FRANCO MD
NPI 1710954474
Ophthalmology in Skokie, IL
NPI Status: Active since March 02, 2006
Contact Information
4709 W GOLF RD
SUITE 117
SKOKIE, IL
ZIP 60076
Phone: (847) 423-2077
Fax: (847) 423-2959
- Individual
- Male
- Ophthalmology
About FRANK LA FRANCO
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Frank La Franco, a provider established in Skokie, Illinois with a medical specialization in Ophthalmology. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1710954474 assigned on March 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207W00000X with license number 036045862 (IL). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 11 years ago.
- NPI
- 1710954474
- Provider Name
- DR. FRANK PAUL LA FRANCO MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 4709 W GOLF RD SUITE 117 SKOKIE, IL 60076
- Location Phone
- (847) 423-2077
- Location Fax
- (847) 423-2959
- Mailing Address
- 4709 W GOLF RD SUITE 117 SKOKIE, IL 60076
- Mailing Phone
- (847) 423-2077
- Mailing Fax
- (847) 423-2959
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 03-02-2006
- Last Update Date
- 03-03-2015
- Code Navigator
Ophthalmologists like Frank La Franco specialize in diagnosing and treating eye conditions. They may perform surgeries to correct vision issues or prevent vision loss due to diseases like glaucoma. Additionally, they can provide eyeglasses, prescribe contact lenses, and offer other vision-related services.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Ophthalmology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207W00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 036045862
- License State
- IL
- Taxonomy Description
- An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207W00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Ophthalmology | 036-045862 (IL) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| P00367555 | OTHER (01) | IL | MEDICARE RAILROAD CARRIER |
| L28989 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | IL | |
| 036045862 02 | MEDICAID (05) | IL | |
| K34990 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | IL | |
| 036045862 03 | MEDICAID (05) | IL | |
| 1637185 | OTHER (01) | IL | BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD |
| 1615858 | OTHER (01) | IL | BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD |
| C42299 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | IL | |
| K34991 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | IL | |
| L00003 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | IL |
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Established patient complete exam of visual system
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system
Exam of retinal blood vessels using a special camera after injection of a dye
Imaging of retina
Injection of drug into eye
Injection, aflibercept, 1 mg
Injection, bevacizumab, 10 mg
New patient complete exam of visual system
Photography of the retina
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
This service was performed 243 times for 241 patientsThis is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
This service was performed 581 times for 280 patientsThis procedure, known as a fluorescein angiography, involves taking images of the back of your eye. A dye is injected into your arm that travels to your eye, highlighting the blood vessels in your retina. This helps identify any abnormalities.
This service was performed 27 times for 25 patientsImaging of the retina is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed images of your eye's interior. This helps detect conditions like macular degeneration or retinal detachment. It's painless and takes only a few minutes.
This service was performed 871 times for 426 patientsAn injection into the eye is a procedure where a medication is delivered directly into your eye to treat various conditions. A local anesthetic is applied to numb the eye, ensuring minimal discomfort. The drug helps manage diseases like macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy.
This service was performed 147 times for 65 patientsAflibercept injection is a treatment for certain eye conditions that affect vision. It works by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage in the eye, which can cause vision loss. The medication is administered directly into the eye by a healthcare professional.
This service was performed 198 times for 51 patientsBevacizumab is a medication given through an injection. It's designed to prevent the growth of new blood vessels that cancer cells need to grow and spread. The 10 mg dose refers to the amount of the drug in the injection.
This service was performed 28 times for 16 patientsA new patient complete exam of the visual system is a thorough evaluation of your eyes and vision. It checks for any potential issues and assesses overall eye health. It includes tests for visual acuity, eye movement, and light response.
This service was performed 18 times for 18 patientsPhotography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1710954474, we treat the final digit (4) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 66. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 66 = 4).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 66 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1710954474, enumerated as an "individual" on March 02, 2006.
The provider is located at 4709 W GOLF RD SUITE 117 SKOKIE, IL 60076 and the phone number is (847) 423-2077.
Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Railroad Medicare, Medicare, Medicaid and Blue. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
