Matthew J Franco, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Matthew J Franco is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in East Providence, RI with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Matthew J Franco, MD practices as part of a group cardiologist practice in East Providence, RI. Trained at University of Massachusetts Medical School (class of 2008), he has been practicing for over 18 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
Older · 2969dNPPES updated 2018-04-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Rhode Island Board of Medical Licensure & Discipline
Contact & Location
Practice Location
900 Warren Ave Suite 401, East Providence, RI 02914-1430
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better72.7%
Rhode Island avg: 85.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,418
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
715
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,590
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.09M
Percentile rankings compared against 74 reporting peers in Rhode Island.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Umass Chan Medical School
18 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
University of Massachusetts Medical School (Class of 2008)
Mailing address
10 Davol Sq Suite 400, Providence, RI 02903-4754
Differs from practice location
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Matthew J Franco
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Matthew J Franco for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to East Providence required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Matthew J Franco
Dr. Franco is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in East Providence, RI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (800) 508-4908.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Matthew J Franco
Practice Location
900 Warren Ave Suite 401, East Providence, RI 02914-1430
Mailing Address
10 Davol Sq Suite 400, Providence, RI 02903-4754
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