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Dr. Alexander Palma, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palma, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Alexander Palma, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Palma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palma’s office at (786) 596-4595.

    Is Dr. Palma board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Palma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Palma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Palma typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Palma 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. Palma. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Palma typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Palma may include:

    Please contact Dr. Palma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Palma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 596-4595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palma accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Palma in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Risant Health

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Palma's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Palma's Primary Practice

    8900 N Kendall Dr

    Miami, FL 33176

    (786) 596-4595

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    What is Dr. Palma's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Palma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760635445.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palma?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palma

    What is Dr. Alexander Palma's specialty?

    Dr. Palma is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Miami, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Alexander Palma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palma is affiliated with Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Singing River Gulfport, Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital, Independence Health Latrobe Hospital, Mcleod Health Loris, Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Alexander Palma accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Palma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Palma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palma's office at (786) 596-4595 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Palma?

    Please contact Dr. Palma's office at (786) 596-4595 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Palma's office located?

    Dr. Palma's office is located in Miami, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Palma have?

    Dr. Alexander Palma is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.