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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palermo, Pediatric Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Robert Palermo, DO is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Palermo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palermo’s office.
What languages does Dr. Palermo speak?
Dr. Palermo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Palermo treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Palermo 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. Palermo. 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:
- Arrhythmia
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Family History of Heart Disease
- Family History
- Heart Disease
- Hereditary heart disease risk
- Genetic predisposition to heart problems
- Heart conditions in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Which procedures does Dr. Palermo perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Palermo may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palermo's office.
Does Dr. Palermo accept my insurance?
Dr. Palermo 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. Palermo accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Palermo in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Spectrum
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Palermo's office located?
What is Dr. Palermo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palermo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508008392.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palermo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palermo
What is Dr. Robert Palermo's specialty?
Dr. Palermo is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Philadelphia, PA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Palermo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Palermo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palermo is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Robert Palermo accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Palermo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Palermo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palermo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Palermo?
Please contact Dr. Palermo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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