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Dr. Kathleen Palmer, MD
Wilmington, DE
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palmer, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Kathleen Palmer, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Palmer completed her residency at St Christophers Hosp Chldn, Pediatrics and is currently affiliated with A I Dupont Hospital For Children. Dr. Palmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palmer’s office at (302) 651-4000.
Where did Dr. Palmer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Christophers Hosp Chldn, Pediatrics
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Palmer board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Palmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Palmer speak?
Dr. Palmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Palmer typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Palmer 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. Palmer. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Palmer typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Palmer may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Palmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 651-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palmer accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Palmer in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
State of Delaware
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palmer's office located?
What is Dr. Palmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972695856.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palmer
What is Dr. Kathleen Palmer's specialty?
Dr. Palmer is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Wilmington, DE.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist do?
Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting.
Is this Dr. Kathleen Palmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palmer is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Riddle Hospital, Beebe Healthcare, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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 Pediatric Emergency Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kathleen Palmer accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Palmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathleen Palmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (302) 651-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Palmer?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (302) 651-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Palmer have?
Dr. Kathleen Palmer is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Connect with DR. Palmer
A I Dupont Hospital For Children
1600 Rockland Rd
Wilmington, DE 19803