Summary

Dr. Franklin Bivins is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Jefferson Regional Medical Center, establishing a foundation in comprehensive primary care. With 37 years of experience in family medicine, Dr. Bivins has developed expertise in caring for patients across all age groups. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Bivins practices at Baptist Health Medical Center Heber Springs and maintains his own practice, Bivins Family Medicine, in Heber Springs, Arkansas. He also provides care at Baptist Health Medical Center Little Rock. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients, as well as treating hypertensive emergencies. Dr. Bivins offers comprehensive diagnostic services including blood tests and incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient treatment plans. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 37 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Jefferson Regional Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Franklin Gale Bivins has 3 locations

Bivins Family Medicine

101 Ely DrHeber Springs, AR 72543
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Baptist Health Medical Center Little Rock

9601 Baptist Health DrLittle Rock, AR 72205

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Franklin Gale Bivins

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Arkansas Total Care
  • Ascension Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions - Medicaid (Managed)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Priority Health
  • Summit Community Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - HMO
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Franklin Gale Bivins has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Franklin Gale Bivins has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arkansas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Jefferson Regional Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Franklin Bivins accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Franklin Bivins's office located?
Dr. Franklin Bivins's office is located at 101 Ely Dr, Heber Springs, AR, 72543.
Does Dr. Franklin Bivins accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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