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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palmer, Nephrologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Richard Palmer, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Palmer graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at OMNEE/Carilion Clinic Program. Dr. Palmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palmer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palmer’s office at (202) 877-0698.
Where did Dr. Palmer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: OMNEE/Carilion Clinic Program
Medical School: University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences
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 Nephrologist like Dr. Palmer typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Palmer typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Palmer may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (202) 877-0698 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palmer accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Palmer in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CommuniCare Health Services
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palmer's office located?
422 Capital Area Renal Assoc
106 Irving St NW Ste 415
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 877-0698
Dr. Richard Palmer's Practice 3
10905 Fort Washington Rd Ste 307
Fort Washington, MD 20744
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 1134206741.
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. Richard Palmer's specialty?
Dr. Palmer is a Nephrologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Richard Palmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palmer is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Palmer accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Richard Palmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Palmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (202) 877-0698 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Palmer?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (202) 877-0698 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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