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Dr. Carlos Palacio, MD

Dr. Carlos Palacio, MD

Neurosurgeon

Portsmouth, NH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palacio, Neurosurgeon in Portsmouth, NH?

    Dr. Carlos Palacio, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, NH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Palacio graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Northwestern Mem Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Palacio is fluent in English, German, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palacio’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palacio’s office at (603) 433-4666.

    Where did Dr. Palacio go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Neurological Surgery; Northwestern Mem Hosp, General Surgery | McGaw Medical Center - Northwestern University | McGaw Medical Center - Northwestern University | Abbott-Northwestern Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Palacio board certified as a Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Palacio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Palacio speak?

    Dr. Palacio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • German
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Palacio typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Palacio 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. Palacio. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Does Dr. Palacio accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palacio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 433-4666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palacio accept in Portsmouth, NH?

    Dr. Palacio in Portsmouth, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • State of New Hampshire

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Palacio's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Palacio's Primary Practice

    330 Borthwick Ave Ste 300

    Portsmouth, NH 03801

    (603) 433-4666

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    Dr. Carlos Palacio's Practice 2

    3 Terrascape Pkwy

    Somersworth, NH 03878

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    Dr. Carlos Palacio's Practice 3

    11 Whitehall Rd

    Rochester, NH 03867

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    What is Dr. Palacio's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Palacio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346286929.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palacio?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palacio

    What is Dr. Carlos Palacio's specialty?

    Dr. Palacio is a Neurosurgeon near Portsmouth, NH.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Carlos Palacio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palacio is affiliated with Concord Hospital – Laconia, York Hospital, Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Exeter Hospital, Speare Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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

    When to see a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Carlos Palacio accepting new patients in Portsmouth, NH?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Palacio is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carlos Palacio offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palacio's office at (603) 433-4666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carlos Palacio?

    Please contact Dr. Palacio's office at (603) 433-4666 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Palacio's office located?

    Dr. Palacio's offices are located in Portsmouth, NH, Somersworth, NH, and Rochester, NH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Palacio have?

    Dr. Carlos Palacio is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.