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Dr. Michael Palmer, MD

Dr. Michael Palmer, MD

Greenville, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palmer, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Michael Palmer, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC. Dr. Palmer graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. Dr. Palmer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palmer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palmer’s office at (864) 242-4263.

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

    • Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Palmer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Palmer treat?

    As an Orthopedic Hand 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.

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Ring Finger
    • Trigger Left Ring Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
    • Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Ring Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
    • Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Ring Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
    • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
    • M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of both thumb joints
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M180: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joints

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Radius Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Right Wrist Bone
    • Distal Right Radius Fracture
    • Right Wrist Bone Break
    • Broken Left Wrist Bone
    • Distal Left Radius Fracture
    • Left Wrist Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52501D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Finger
    • Aching Finger
    • Finger Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79645: Pain in left finger(s)

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore fingers
    • Aching fingers
    • Finger discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79644: Pain in right finger(s)

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    Also known as:

    • Skin Numbness
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Loss of skin sensation
    • Cutaneous anesthesia
    • Numb skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R200: Anesthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    What procedures does Dr. Palmer perform?

    As an Orthopedic Hand 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.

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Finger Joint Capsule Surgery
    • Finger Joint Capsulectomy
    • Finger Joint Capsulotomy
    • Interphalangeal Joint Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26525: Capsulectomy or capsulotomy; interphalangeal joint, each joint

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
    • De Quervain's Release
    • Wrist Tendon Decompression
    • Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision

    CPT Codes:

    • 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Finger Bone Infection Removal
    • Finger Phalanx Bone Excision
    • Osteomyelitis of Finger Treatment
    • Partial Finger Bone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26235: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis); proximal or middle phalanx of finger

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Forearm or Wrist Tendon Lengthening/Shortening
    • Tendon Adjustment Surgery
    • Flexor Tendon Surgery
    • Extensor Tendon Surgery
    • Wrist Tendon Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 25280: Lengthening or shortening of flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
    • Spinal Nerve Transection
    • Ulnar Nerve Transposition
    • Cubital Tunnel Release
    • Elbow Nerve Surgery
    • Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
    • Spinal Nerve Avulsion
    • Extradural Nerve Cut
    • Nerve Root Sectioning

    CPT Codes:

    • 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
    • 64772: Transection or avulsion of other spinal nerve, extradural

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Palmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 242-4263 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palmer accept in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Palmer in Greenville, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of South Carolina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Palmer's office located?

    Dr. Michael Palmer's Primary Practice

    1011 Frontage Rd

    Greenville, SC 29615

    (864) 242-4263

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    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 1538175062.

    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. Michael Palmer's specialty?

    Dr. Palmer is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Greenville, SC. An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Palmer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Palmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palmer is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Atlanta 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 Michael Palmer accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Palmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Palmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (864) 242-4263 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Palmer?

    Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (864) 242-4263 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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