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Who is Dr. Palma, Clinical Geneticist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Melinda Palma, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Palma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palma’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palma’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Palma speak?
Dr. Palma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Palma treat?
As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Palma diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Palma. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Maple Syrup Urine Disease
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- High Phenylalanine Levels
- Citrullinemia
- Argininosuccinic Aciduria
- Metabolic Disorder
- Maple syrup urine disease
- Phenylketonuria
- Tetrahydrobiopterin deficiency
- Argininosuccinic aciduria
- MSUD
- Branched-Chain Ketoaciduria
- PKU', 'Følling's Disease
- Phenylalanine Hydroxylase Deficiency
- Hyperphenylalaninemia
- Phenylalanine Metabolism Disorder
- Urea Cycle Disorder Type II
- Citrulline Disorder
- Argininosuccinic Acid Lyase Deficiency
- ASA Lyase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E710: Maple-syrup-urine disease
- E700: Classical phenylketonuria
- E701: Other hyperphenylalaninemias
- E7223: Citrullinemia
- E7222: Arginosuccinic aciduria
Also known as:
- Glycogen Storage Disease
- Pompe Disease
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Glycogen storage disease type 0
- Glycogen storage disease type IV
- Glycogen storage disease type VI
- Pompe disease
- GSD
- Glycogenosis
- Glycogen Storage Disease Type 0
- Glycogen Storage Disease Type IV
- GSD II
- Glycogen Storage Disease Type II
- Acid Maltase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7409: Other glycogen storage disease
- E7402: Pompe disease
Also known as:
- Low Blood Sugar
- Hypoglycemia
- Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
- Blood Sugar Drop
- Sugar Crash
ICD-10 Codes:
- E162: Hypoglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mucopolysaccharidosis
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- MPS
- Lysosomal storage disease
- GAG storage disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7629: Other mucopolysaccharidoses
Also known as:
- Unspecified Abnormal Finding in Organs or Tissues
- General abnormal tissue test
- Unspecified organ abnormality
- Abnormal body system finding
ICD-10 Codes:
- R899: Unspecified abnormal finding in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
Also known as:
- Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Mucopolysaccharidosis type II
- MPS II
- Hunter syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- E761: Mucopolysaccharidosis, type II
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase II Deficiency
- Lipid Metabolism Disorder
- Carnitine palmitoyltransferase II deficiency
- CPT2 Deficiency
- Muscle CPT Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E71314: Muscle carnitine palmitoyltransferase deficiency
Also known as:
- Glycoprotein Degradation Disorder
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Aspartylglucosaminuria
- Fucosidosis
- Genetic metabolic disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E771: Defects in glycoprotein degradation
Also known as:
- Ornithine Metabolism Disorder
- Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
- Ornithine translocase deficiency
- Ornithine Translocase Deficiency
- Hyperornithinemia
- Ornithine Processing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E724: Disorders of ornithine metabolism
Also known as:
- Medium-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Lipid Metabolism Disorder
- Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
- MCAD Deficiency
- Medium-Chain Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorder
- MCADD
ICD-10 Codes:
- E71311: Medium chain acyl CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
Also known as:
- Morquio Syndrome
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Mucopolysaccharidosis type IV
- MPS IV
- Morquio disease
- Keratan sulfaturia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E76219: Morquio mucopolysaccharidoses, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family history of genetic disease carrier
- Family History
- Genetic Disorder
- Inherited genetic disease risk
- Genetic carrier status in family
- Family history of inherited conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8481: Family history of carrier of genetic disease
Also known as:
- Niemann-Pick Disease Type C
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Niemann-Pick disease
- NPD type C
- NPC disease
- Cholesterol storage disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E75242: Niemann-Pick disease type C
Also known as:
- Mitochondrial Metabolism Disorder
- Mitochondrial Disease
- Mitochondrial neurogastrointestinal encephalopathy disease
- Neuropathy, ataxia, and retinitis pigmentosa
- Mitochondrial Metabolic Disease
- Energy Production Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8849: Other mitochondrial metabolism disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Palma perform as a Clinical Geneticist?
As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melinda Palma may include:
- Biochemical Genetics Consultation
- Biochemical Genetics Follow Up
- Enzyme Replacement Therapy
- Genetic Testing
- Metabolic Assessment and Management
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palma's office.
Does Dr. Palma accept my insurance?
Dr. Palma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palma accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Palma in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palma's office located?
Dr. Melinda Palma's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave # 3446
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 355-6000
What is Dr. Palma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023492980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palma
What is Dr. Melinda Palma's specialty?
Dr. Palma is a Clinical Geneticist near Boston, MA. A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders. Contact Dr. Palma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melinda Palma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Palma is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Clinical Geneticist?
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Is Melinda Palma accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Palma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Palma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palma's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Palma?
Please contact Dr. Palma's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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