Dr. Franco Fazzalari, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Franco Fazzalari
Franco Fazzalari, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Detroit, MI.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
36
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Michigan Medical School
Class of 1990
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4301056091 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | |
| Michigan | 4301056091 | Surgery | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Franco Fazzalari
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Franco Fazzalari is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at University Of Michigan Medical School in 1990. Dr. currently practices at Harper University Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457458929, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Franco Fazzalari as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 126 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 232 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Franco Fazzalari received $2K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$2K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 48201
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Franco Fazzalari
What does Dr. Franco Fazzalari specialize in?
Dr. Franco Fazzalari specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Surgery.
Where does Dr. Franco Fazzalari practice?
Dr. Franco Fazzalari practices at Harper University Hospital in Detroit, Michigan.
Does Dr. Franco Fazzalari accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Franco Fazzalari accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 126 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Franco Fazzalari's NPI number?
Dr. Franco Fazzalari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457458929. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Franco Fazzalari been practicing?
Dr. Franco Fazzalari has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 1990.