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Dr. Karen Palmer, DO

Portsmouth, NH

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palmer, Family Medicine Specialist in Portsmouth, NH?

    Dr. Karen Palmer, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, NH with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Palmer graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Palmer is fluent in English and Assamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palmer’s office at (603) 431-2516.

    Where did Dr. Palmer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Palmer board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Palmer, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Palmer speak?

    Dr. Palmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Assamese

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Palmer typically treat?

    As a Family 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • Atypical Anxiety
    • Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
    • Specific Anxiety Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F418: Other specified anxiety disorders

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Palmer typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Palmer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Palmer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Palmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 431-2516 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palmer accept in Portsmouth, NH?

    Dr. Palmer in Portsmouth, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • H & R Block

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Palmer's office located?

    Dr. Karen Palmer's Primary Practice

    330 Borthwick Ave Ste 201

    Portsmouth, NH 03801

    (603) 431-2516

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    Dr. Karen Palmer's Practice 2

    25 NH Ave Ste 100

    Newington, NH 03801

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    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 1326029380.

    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. Karen Palmer's specialty?

    Dr. Palmer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Portsmouth, NH.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Karen Palmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palmer is affiliated with Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Exeter Hospital, Elliot Hospital, York Hospital, Concord Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Karen Palmer accepting new patients in Portsmouth, NH?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Palmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Palmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (603) 431-2516 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Palmer?

    Please contact Dr. Palmer's office at (603) 431-2516 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Palmer have?

    Dr. Karen Palmer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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