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Who is Dr. Palmer, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Charles Palmer, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Palmer graduated from University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Chldns Hosp. Dr. Palmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palmer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palmer’s office at (717) 531-8412.
Where did Dr. Palmer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neonatology, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Residency: Chldns Hosp
Medical School: University Of Cape Town- Fac Of Med- Cape Town- So Africa | University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences | University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health 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 Dr. Palmer treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Eye and Vision Examination with Abnormal Findings
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Eye Exam with Issues
- Abnormal Vision Test
- Eye Doctor Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0101: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pinguecula
- Eye Disease
- Eye Bump
- Yellow Eye Spot
- Conjunctival Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11153: Pinguecula, bilateral
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Palmer perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Palmer may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palmer's office.
Does Dr. Palmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Palmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 531-8412 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palmer accept in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Palmer in Hershey, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1548212046.
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. Charles Palmer's specialty?
Dr. Palmer is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Hershey, PA. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Palmer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Charles Palmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Palmer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
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Is Charles Palmer accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Palmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Palmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (717) 531-8412 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Palmer?
Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (717) 531-8412 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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