Rene Franco, M.D.
NPI 1972948081 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Corpus Christi, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rene Franco, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Corpus Christi, TX (NPI 1972948081).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972948081
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- R728000 (AZ)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,025 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 681 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 600 | $121 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 442 | $16 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 321 | $36 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 297 | $52 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 471 | 115 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 281 | 98 |
| Omeprazole | 215 | 67 |
| Budesonide/Glycopyr/Formoterolbrand: Breztri Aerosphere | 208 | 49 |
| Prednisone | 121 | 60 |
| Nintedanib Esylatebrand: Ofev | 116 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$907 across 30 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (3)
- 2800 E Ajo WayTucson, AZ 85713-6204Phone: (520) 874-2000
- 701 Ayers StCorpus Christi, TX 78404-1912Phone: (361) 885-7722Fax: (361) 885-7792
- 2602 Saint Michael Dr Ste 400Texarkana, TX 75503-5224Phone: (903) 614-5670Fax: (903) 614-5674
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-02
- Last updated
- 2023-12-08
- Certified
- 2023-12-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rene Franco's NPI number?
- Rene Franco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972948081, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rene Franco's specialty?
- Rene Franco is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rene Franco located?
- Rene Franco's practice location on file with NPPES is 3302 S Alameda St, Corpus Christi, TX 78411-1821.
- What is Rene Franco's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rene Franco is (361) 885-7722.
- Does Rene Franco accept Medicare?
- Rene Franco is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rene Franco's NPI active?
- Yes — Rene Franco's NPI (1972948081) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.