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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fernandez Palmer, Nephrologist in Waco, TX?
Dr. Manuel Fernandez Palmer, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Fernandez Palmer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez Palmer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez Palmer’s office at (254) 666-2999.
What languages does Dr. Fernandez Palmer speak?
Dr. Fernandez Palmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fernandez Palmer treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Fernandez 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. Fernandez 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fernandez Palmer perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Manuel Fernandez Palmer may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fernandez Palmer's office.
Does Dr. Fernandez Palmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernandez Palmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 666-2999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez Palmer accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Fernandez Palmer in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fernandez Palmer's office located?
Dr. Manuel Fernandez Palmer's Primary Practice
5940 Crosslake Pkwy
Waco, TX 76712
(254) 666-2999
What is Dr. Fernandez Palmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fernandez Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407136310.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandez Palmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernandez Palmer
What is Dr. Manuel Fernandez Palmer's specialty?
Dr. Fernandez Palmer is a Nephrologist near Waco, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Fernandez Palmer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Manuel Fernandez Palmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fernandez Palmer is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Manuel Fernandez Palmer accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Manuel Fernandez Palmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Manuel Fernandez Palmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez Palmer's office at (254) 666-2999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Manuel Fernandez Palmer?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez Palmer's office at (254) 666-2999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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