5.0
(1)27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palma, Pulmonologist in Miami, FL?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Palma?
Dr. Erick Palma, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Palma empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sleep Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami, FL community, Dr. Palma is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Palma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad De Panama
Is Dr. Palma board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Erick Palma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palma speak?
Dr. Palma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Palma typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Palma typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Erick Palma may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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 (305) 554-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palma accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Palma in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Cigna
CMS
Harvard Pilgrim
Medicare
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palma's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Palma affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Palma has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 review
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Erick Palma an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Palma has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Palma, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Palma's NPI number?A 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 1720061500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palma