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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palmer, Pulmonologist in Durham, NC?
Dr. Scott Palmer, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. 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.
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 Pulmonologist like Dr. Palmer typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Palmer typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Palmer may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palmer accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Palmer in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Medicare
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 1649354531.
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. Scott Palmer's specialty?
Dr. Palmer is a Pulmonologist near Durham, NC.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Scott Palmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palmer is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Palmer accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Scott Palmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Palmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Palmer?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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