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Dr. Michelle Palazzo, MD
Louisville, KY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palazzo, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Michelle Palazzo, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Palazzo graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Palazzo is fluent in English, French, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palazzo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palazzo’s office at (502) 561-4263.
Where did Dr. Palazzo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Palazzo board certified as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Palazzo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Palazzo speak?
Dr. Palazzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hebrew
Russian
Spanish
Yiddish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Palazzo typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Palazzo 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. Palazzo. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
- Breast Reconstruction
- Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction
- Breast implant after mastectomy
- Rebuilding breast after cancer surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z421: Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
- Mastectomy
- Double mastectomy
- Bilateral breast removal
- Absence of both breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Palazzo typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Palazzo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Palazzo. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
- Breast Tissue Expander Placement
- Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
- Breast Reconstruction
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Breast implant exchange
- Breast reconstruction second stage
- Expander removal and implant placement
- Permanent breast implant surgery
- Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
- Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
- Breast Implant Preparation
- Delayed Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
- Secondary Breast Augmentation
- Reconstructive Breast Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
- 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
- 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy
Also known as:
- Breast Reconstruction Revision
- Breast Implant Capsule Revision
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
- Breast Implant Revision
- Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
- Capsulectomy (Breast Implant)
- Capsulotomy (Breast Implant)
- Breast Implant Scar Tissue Removal
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)
- 19370: Revision of peri-implant capsule, breast, including capsulotomy, capsulorrhaphy, and/or partial capsulectomy
- 19318: Breast reduction
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
- Flexor Tenosynovectomy
- Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
- Radical Synovectomy of Tendon
CPT Codes:
- 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon
Does Dr. Palazzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Palazzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 561-4263 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palazzo accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Palazzo in Louisville, KY 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 Michigan
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palazzo's office located?
Dr. Michelle Palazzo's Primary Practice
225 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 700
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 561-4263
What is Dr. Palazzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palazzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922008747.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palazzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palazzo
What is Dr. Michelle Palazzo's specialty?
Dr. Palazzo is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Louisville, KY.
What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?
An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.
Is this Dr. Michelle Palazzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palazzo is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Baptist Health Richmond 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
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Is Michelle Palazzo accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Palazzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Palazzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palazzo's office at (502) 561-4263 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Palazzo?
Please contact Dr. Palazzo's office at (502) 561-4263 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Palazzo have?
Dr. Michelle Palazzo is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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