Assistant Clinical Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Temple University
Anesthesiology
Dr. Frank J. Falco, MD
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Frank J. Falco, MD works in the field of Anesthesiology. He went to Temple University School of Medicine. He over the years received 3 awards: "Philadelphia Magazine", "America's Top Doctors" and "CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification". Doctor Frank J. Falco, MD is a published doctor as well. He has 48 publications published. The latest was: Lumbar spine injection procedures in the management of low back pain. Doctor Frank J. Falco, MD accepts Medicare.
Publications
- Systematic review of percutaneous lumbar mechanical Disc decompression utilizing Dekompressor.
- The use of sulodexide in the treatment of peripheral vasculopathy accompanying metabolic Diseases. Controlled study in hyperlipidemic and diabetic subjects.
- [Neurovascular complications of axillary block. Reduction of their incidence with a perivascular technic].
- Radiofrequency stimulation of intervertebral Discs.
- Paraplegia following a thoracolumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injection.
- A medical-legal review regarding the standard of care for epidural injections, with particular reference to a closed case.
- Alternative approach to needle placement in spinal cord stimulator trial/implantation.
- Three pathways between the sacroiliac joint and neural structures.
- Lumbar spine injection procedures in the management of low Back pain.
- The Fortin finger test: an indicator of sacroiliac Pain.
- Standardized nerve conduction studies in the lower limb of the healthy elderly.
- Gender and arm length: influence on nerve conduction parameters in the upper limb.
- Median and ulnar nerve conduction studies: normative data for young adults.
- H reflex latency in the healthy elderly.
- The influence of age on distal latency comparisons in carpal tunnel Syndrome.
- Standardized nerve conduction studies in the upper limb of the healthy elderly.
- Physician payment outlook for 2012: déjàvu.
- Guidelines warfare over interventional techniques: is there a lack of Discourse or straw man?
- Lumbar interlaminar epidural injections in central spinal stenosis: preliminary results of a randomized, double-blind, active control trial.
- Necessity and implications of ICD-10: facts and fallacies.
- Alternative approach for lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injections.
- The impact of comparative effectiveness research on interventional Pain management: evolution from medicare modernization act to patient protection and affordable care...
- A systematic review of observational studies on the effectiveness of opioid therapy for cancer Pain.
- Alternative approach to needle placement in Cervical spinal cord stimulator insertion.
- Cervical nerve root stimulation: demonstration of an extra-foraminal technique.
- Visualization of spinal injection procedures using gadolinium contrast.
- Lumbar Discography using gadolinium in patients with iodine contrast allergy followed by postDiscography computed tomography scan.
- Influence of age on nerve conduction.
- Comparative effectiveness of a one-year follow-up of thoracic medial branch blocks in management of chronic thoracic Pain: a randomized, double-blind active controlled...
- Comparative outcomes of a 2-year follow-up of cervical medial branch blocks in management of chronic neck Pain: a randomized, double-blind controlled trial.
- Evaluation of the effectiveness of lumbar interlaminar epidural injections in managing chronic Pain of lumbar disc herniation or radiculitis: a randomized, double-blin...
- Evaluation of lumbar facet joint nerve blocks in managing chronic low Back pain: a randomized, double-blind, controlled trial with a 2-year follow-up.
- Systematic assessment of diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic utility of lumbar facet joint interventions.
- Systematic review of diagnostic utility and therapeutic effectiveness of Cervical facet joint interventions.
- Systematic review of diagnostic utility and therapeutic effectiveness of thoracic facet joint interventions.
- Effectiveness of thoracic medial branch blocks in managing chronic Pain: a preliminary report of a randomized, double-blind controlled trial.
- Cervical medial branch blocks for chronic cervical facet joint Pain: a randomized, double-blind, controlled trial with one-year follow-up.
- Lumbar facet joint nerve blocks in managing chronic facet joint Pain: one-year follow-up of a randomized, double-blind controlled trial: Clinical Trial NCT00355914.
- Lumbar spine injection and interventional procedures in the management of low Back pain.
- A perfect storm in interventional Pain management: regulated, but unbalanced.
- Facts, fallacies, and politics of comparative effectiveness research: Part 2 - implications for interventional Pain management.
- Facts, fallacies, and politics of comparative effectiveness research: Part I. Basic considerations.
- Cross talk: a new method for peripheral nerve stimulation. An observational report with cadaveric verification.
- Comprehensive review of neurophysiologic basis and diagnostic interventions in managing chronic spinal Pain.
- Comprehensive review of therapeutic interventions in managing chronic spinal Pain.
- Comprehensive evidence-based guidelines for interventional techniques in the management of chronic spinal Pain.
- Automated percutaneous lumbar Discectomy for the contained herniated lumbar Disc: a systematic assessment of evidence.
Schools
Temple University School Of Medicine
Procedures Preformed
- EMG (Electromyography)
- Epidural Block, Facet Blocks
- Joint Drainage
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
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Conditions Treated
- Adhesive Capsulitis
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Arthritis
- Autonomic Disorders
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Doctors Specialties
- Pain Medicine
- Sports Medicine
- Anesthesiology
Accepted Insurances
Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine
- America's Top Doctors
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification
Education
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Temple University Hospital -
Temple University School of Medicine
Drug Facts
| NPI NUMBER | 1508876848 | |
| NPPES Provider LastName | FALCO | |
| NPPES Provider FirstName | FRANK | |
| NPPES Provider ZIPCode | 197023981 | |
| NPPES Provider State | DE | |
| Specialty Description | Interventional Pain Management | |
| Total Claim Count | 2521.0 | |
| Distinct Opioid Count | 9.0 | |
| Opioid Claim Count | 1235.0 | |
| Percent Opioid Claims | 48.99 |
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Medicare Facts
| National Provider Identifier [NPI] | 1508876848 |
| Last Name Of The Provider | FALCO |
| First Name Of The Provider | FRANK |
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