35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Palermo, Cardiologist in Newark, DE?
Dr. Francis Palermo, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Palermo graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Cardiovascular Diseases; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Palermo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palermo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palermo’s office.
Where did Dr. Palermo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Graduate Hosp (Tenet Hlth Sx), Cardiovascular Diseases; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine | Med Ctr Dela
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Palermo board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Francis Palermo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palermo speak?
Dr. Palermo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Palermo treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Palermo 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. Palermo. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aorta Bulge
- Enlarged Aorta
- Aorta Widening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I719: Aortic aneurysm of unspecified site, without rupture
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Palermo perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Francis Palermo may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palermo's office.
Does Dr. Palermo accept my insurance?
Dr. Palermo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palermo accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Palermo in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of Delaware
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palermo's office located?
What is Dr. Palermo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palermo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467553982.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palermo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palermo
What is Dr. Francis Palermo's specialty?
Dr. Palermo is a Cardiologist near Newark, DE. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Palermo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francis Palermo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Palermo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Francis Palermo accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Francis Palermo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Palermo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palermo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Palermo?
Please contact Dr. Palermo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Palermo have?
Dr. Francis Palermo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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