Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Donald Franklin, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lecanto, FL
- NPI 1518377431
- Accepts Medicare
- 12 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
70 N Lecanto Hwy
Lecanto, FL 344619190
(352) 336-6000 - Additional location
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950 N Avalon Way
Lecanto, FL 344616004
(352) 746-2663
fax (352) 746-6907 - Mailing address
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4500 Newberry RD
Gainesville, FL 326072245
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 28, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XS0117X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME169716
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518377431. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,374
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$193,106
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 810 | 120 | $6 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 225 | 150 | $117 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 198 | 128 | $62 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 154 | 123 | $83 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 105 | 69 | $26 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 105 | 105 | $151 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 91 | 89 | $51 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 88 | 68 | $35 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 80 | 52 | $37 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 78 | 69 | $159 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Lecanto Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician, average services per provider: 123. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,045
Transactions
17
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medacta USA, INC. | 14 | $1,873.67 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 2 | $99.48 | |
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 1 | $71.77 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
698
Patients
423
Total drug cost
$5,735
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 159 | 109 | $1,375 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 147 | 73 | $708 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 138 | 107 | $1,016 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 100 | 43 | $1,432 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 68 | 30 | $498 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 28 | 23 | $228 |
| Promethazine Hcl | Generic | 26 | 25 | $87 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 18 | 0 | $248 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 14 | 13 | $143 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Donald Franklin's medical specialty?
Dr. Donald Franklin practices Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician in Lecanto, FL.
Where does Dr. Donald Franklin practice?
Dr. Donald Franklin practices at 70 N Lecanto Hwy, Lecanto, FL 344619190. Office phone: 3523366000.
What is Dr. Donald Franklin's NPI?
Dr. Donald Franklin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518377431, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Donald Franklin accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Donald Franklin accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Donald Franklin commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg (HCPCS J0702); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.