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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palmer, Surgeon in Toledo, OH?
Dr. Robert Palmer is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Toledo, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Palmer graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine. Dr. Palmer is fluent in English, Afar, Afrikaans, Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Danish, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Modern (1453-), Gujarati, Hausa, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Kashmiri, Korean, Latin, Lithuanian, Panjabi; Punjabi, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, Russian, Sign Languages, Slavic languages, Spanish, Swahili, Tagalog, Telugu, Turkish, Urdu, Vietnamese, Yiddish, Yoruba, Zhuang; Chuang, and Zulu, 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 (419) 479-5713.
Where did Dr. Palmer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: The University of Toledo College of Medicine
Is Dr. Palmer board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Palmer is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Palmer speak?
Dr. Palmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afar
Afrikaans
Albanian
Amharic
Arabic
Chinese
Danish
English
Finnish
French
German
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Gujarati
Hausa
Hebrew
Hindi
Hungarian
Icelandic
Italian
Japanese
Kashmiri
Korean
Latin
Lithuanian
Panjabi; Punjabi
Persian
Polish
Portuguese
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
Russian
Sign Languages
Slavic languages
Spanish
Swahili
Tagalog
Telugu
Turkish
Urdu
Vietnamese
Yiddish
Yoruba
Zhuang; Chuang
Zulu
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Palmer typically treat?
As a Surgeon, 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Incisional Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Palmer typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Palmer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Palmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Palmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 479-5713 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palmer accept in Toledo, OH?
Dr. Palmer in Toledo, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
Summa Health
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 1558380873.
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. Robert Palmer's specialty?
Dr. Palmer is a Surgeon near Toledo, OH.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Robert Palmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palmer is affiliated with Mercy Health - St. Anne Hospital, Promedica Toledo Hospital, Promedica Charles And Virginia Hickman 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
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Is Robert Palmer accepting new patients in Toledo, OH?
Yes, Dr. Robert Palmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Palmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (419) 479-5713 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Palmer?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (419) 479-5713 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Palmer have?
Dr. Robert Palmer is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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