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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palma, Rheumatologist in Ellijay, GA?
Dr. Claro Palma, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Ellijay, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Palma graduated from University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and completed his residency at Worcester City Hospital. Dr. Palma is fluent in English and Tagalog, 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.
Where did Dr. Palma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Worcester City Hospital
Medical School: University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palma speak?
Dr. Palma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Palma typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Raynaud Phenomenon
- Raynaud’s Phenomenon
- Raynaud's Disease
- Raynaud's Syndrome
- Cold Fingers and Toes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7300: Raynaud's syndrome without gangrene
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Palma typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Claro Palma may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palma accept in Ellijay, GA?
Dr. Palma in Ellijay, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Palma's office located?
What is Dr. Palma's NPI number?An 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 1679527063.
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. Claro Palma's specialty?
Dr. Palma is a Rheumatologist near Ellijay, GA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Claro Palma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palma is affiliated with Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Union General Hospital - Blairsville, Ga, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Atrium Health Floyd Medical 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Claro Palma accepting new patients in Ellijay, GA?
Yes, Dr. Claro Palma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claro Palma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palma's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claro Palma?
Please contact Dr. Palma's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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