Overwiew
Organizations
Education
Work Place
Specialties
Procedures
Insurance Plans
Conditions
Ratings and reviews
Reviews / Q&A

Dr. Cass Franklin, MD

The iMedixStars rating goes beyond a simple average of reviews. It’s calculated based on various factors, including the quantity, recency, and reliability of the reviews. Read More

+15152635612

The iMedixStars rating goes beyond a simple average of reviews. It’s calculated based on various factors, including the quantity, recency, and reliability of the reviews. Read More

0 reviews

Dr. Cass Franklin, MD, is a Trauma Surgery specialist practicing in Des Moines, IA with 46 years of experience. This provider currently accepts 38 insurance plans. New patients are welcome. Hospital affiliations include Blank Children's Hospital.

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital,
700 E University Ave,
Des Moines,
IA,
50316

Professional: 46 Years Experience
Languages: English, Spanish

+15152635612

iMedix
Updated 2025-02-17
Published 2025-02-17

Overwiew

Dr. Franklin graduated from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine At Temple University in 1978. He works in Des Moines, IA and 2 other locations and specializes in Trauma Surgery, Surgery, Transplant Surgery and Vascular Surgery. Dr. Franklin is affiliated with Blank Children’s Hospital.

Doctor Organizations

Blank Children's Hospital

Doctor Education

Medical School

- 1978

Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University

Work Place

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University Ave

Des Moines

50316

USA

+15152635612

Specialties

Procedures performed

Hernia Repair
Peripheral Vascular Bypass
Wound Care
Skin Surgery

Insurance Plans

Humana Choice POS
Aetna Signature Administrators PPO
PHCS PPO
First Health PPO
Aetna Choice POS II
CIGNA PPO
Multiplan PPO
UHC Choice Plus POS
Wellmark Alliance Select
UHC Navigate POS
BCBS Blue Card PPO
UHC Compass HMO
UHC Navigate HMO
CIGNA Open Access Plus
Humana ChoiceCare Network PPO
Aetna Managed Choice POS Open Access
UHC Options PPO
BCBS IL PPO
Coventry IA PPO
Aetna HMO
Blue Choice Preferred Care
MEDICA CHOICE WITH UNITEDHEALTHC
UHC NAVIGATE PLUS POS
Wellmark Blue PPO
UHC Nexus Open Access
Aetna Elect Choice EPO Open Access
Aetna Innovation Health Aetna Premier Care Network Plus
Aetna Open Choice PPO
BCBS KS Blue Choice Preferred Care
Humana / ChoiceCare Network PPO
Humana/ChoiceCare+ Network PPO
Medica Choice With UHC
BCBS KC SolutionsCAP
BCBS KS Blue Choice
Medica Insure
HealthPartners MN Open Access
Anthem Blue Access PPO
Inspire by Medica

Conditions

Inguinal Hernia
Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
Ventral Hernia
Cholelethiasis or Cholecystitis

Ratings and reviews

How likely are you to recommend this doctor to friends or family?

I would not recommend this doctor to anyone. (0)
I would only recommend this doctor as a last resort. (0)
I might recommend this doctor, but only if they were the best option available. (0)
I would definitely recommend this doctor to friends and family. (0)
I would highly recommend this doctor to anyone seeking their expertise. (0)

Did you experience any complications after the treatment?

I experienced serious complications that required further medical attention. (0)
I experienced minor complications that didn't require further medical attention. (0)
I didn't experience any complications after the treatment. (0)

Did your condition improve after visiting this doctor?

My condition got much worse after seeing the doctor. (0)
My condition got slightly worse after seeing the doctor. (0)
My condition didn't improve or worsen after seeing the doctor. (0)
My condition improved slightly after seeing the doctor. (0)
My condition improved significantly after seeing the doctor. (0)

Did the doctor give you a chance to participate in decision-making about your treatment?

The doctor didn't involve me in the decision-making process at all. (0)
The doctor explained the options, but didn't really listen to my preferences. (0)
The doctor explained the options and listened to my preferences, but ultimately made the decision themselves. (0)
The doctor explained the options and listened to my preferences, and then we worked together to decide on the best course of treatment. (0)
The doctor felt like a partner in my care and we made all the decisions together. (0)

Was the doctor open to discussing your questions and concerns?

The doctor seemed rushed and didn't want to answer my questions (0)
The doctor answered my questions, but I didn't feel like they were fully listening. (0)
The doctor answered my questions, but I felt like they were trying to rush me. (0)
The doctor patiently answered all my questions and concerns. (0)
The doctor was very open to discussing my questions and concerns and made me feel like I was being heard. (0)