Summary

Dr. Thom Franklin specializes in internal medicine, bringing five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They earned their medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed residency training at LSU Health Sciences. With 50 years of experience in practice, Dr. Franklin provides comprehensive care for adult patients. They are fluent in English.

Dr. Franklin practices at locations in Covington, Louisiana, and maintains an affiliation with Ochsner Medical Center Kenner. They treat various conditions including back pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens. Franklin performs diagnostic procedures such as flu testing, blood clotting studies, and urine analysis. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Thom A Franklin has 2 locations

Ochsner Health Center Covington

1000 Ochsner BlvdCovington, LA 70433
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Thom A Franklin Md

608 W 22nd AveCovington, LA 70433

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineHospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.3 
50 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, French
Covington , LACovington , LACovington , LAHammond , LA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: Rajah Muthiah Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thom A Franklin

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thom A Franklin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thom A Franklin has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Franklin's NPI number is 1508814690.

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Dr. Thom Franklin's office is located at 1000 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA, 70433.
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Dr. Thom Franklin speaks English.
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