Summary

Dr. Oscar Blanco-Franco specializes in cardiovascular disease and nuclear medicine, bringing over three decades of expertise to cardiac care. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Central De Caribe School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1997. With 32 years of experience treating heart and vascular conditions, Dr. Blanco-Franco combines traditional cardiology with advanced nuclear imaging techniques. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Blanco-Franco practices at The Mount Sinai Hospital with locations in Long Island City and Jackson Heights, New York. He specializes in helping patients with breathing problems and shortness of breath, particularly during physical activity. His expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm, stress tests to evaluate cardiac function during exercise, and contrast echocardiography for detailed heart imaging. Patients rate Dr. Blanco-Franco 4.7 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care and clinical expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 32 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
  • 3 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Oscar Blanco-Franco has 2 locations

Oscar Blanco-Franco

4604 31st AveLong Island City, NY 11103

MSD - Jackson Heights

3712 82nd StJackson Heights, NY 11372

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4.7 
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32 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English
Long Island City , NYWinter Park , FLPomona , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Universidad Central De Caribe School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Oscar Blanco-Franco

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • 32BJ Health Fund
  • AETNA - Commercial
  • AETNA - Medicare
  • Amidacare Medicaid
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - HealthPlus Medicaid
  • Centivo
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth - GHI-PPO
  • EmblemHealth - HIP
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicaid
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicare
  • Fidelis Health Care
  • HealthFirst Medicaid
  • HealthFirst Medicare
  • Horizon NJ
  • Magnacare-Health Care
  • Medicare - NJ
  • Medicare - NY
  • Metroplus
  • Multiplan PHCS
  • NJ Medicaid
  • NY Medicaid
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - Empire Plan
  • United Health Care - Oxford Care

Medical Specialties

Oscar Blanco-Franco has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Oscar Blanco-Franco has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Nuclear Medicine Specialist
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Oscar Blanco-Franco holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1997.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Central De Caribe School Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Oscar Blanco-Franco's NPI number is 1881709228.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Oscar Blanco-Franco speak?
Oscar Blanco-Franco speaks Spanish and English.
Is Oscar Blanco-Franco accepting new patients?
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Does Oscar Blanco-Franco accept my insurance?
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Does Oscar Blanco-Franco accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is Oscar Blanco-Franco affiliated with?
Oscar Blanco-Franco is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital.

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