EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Rafael Palmerola, MD

Dr. Rafael Palmerola, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Hialeah, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Palmerola, Family Medicine Specialist in Hialeah, FL?

    Dr. Rafael Palmerola, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hialeah, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Palmerola completed his residency at Mc Keesport Hosp/Upmc, Family Medicine; Mc Keesport Hosp/Upmc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Palmerola is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palmerola’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palmerola’s office at (305) 819-6300.

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

    • Residency: Mc Keesport Hosp/Upmc, Family Medicine; Mc Keesport Hosp/Upmc, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Central Del Este (Uce)- Esc De Med- San Pedro De MacOris

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

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Palmerola, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Palmerola speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Palmerola 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. Palmerola. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Palmerola may include:

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

    Does Dr. Palmerola accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palmerola accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 819-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palmerola accept in Hialeah, FL?

    Dr. Palmerola in Hialeah, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Palmerola's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Palmerola's Primary Practice

    975 W 49th St

    Hialeah, FL 33012

    (305) 819-6300

    Get Directions

    Dr. Rafael Palmerola's Practice 2

    10401 SW 40th St

    Miami, FL 33165

    Get Directions

    Dr. Rafael Palmerola's Practice 3

    3233 Palm Ave

    Hialeah, FL 33012

    Get Directions

    What hospitals are Dr. Palmerola affiliated with?

    Dr. Palmerola has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    HCA Florida Kendall Hospital,Miami, FL

    What is Dr. Palmerola's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Palmerola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457336877.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palmerola?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palmerola

    What is Dr. Rafael Palmerola's specialty?

    Dr. Palmerola is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hialeah, FL.

    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 Dr. Rafael Palmerola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Palmerola is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: HCA Florida Kendall 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

    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 Dr. Rafael Palmerola accepting new patients in Hialeah, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Palmerola is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Palmerola offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palmerola's office at (305) 819-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Palmerola?

    Please contact Dr. Palmerola's office at (305) 819-6300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Palmerola's office located?

    Dr. Palmerola's offices are located in Hialeah, FL and Miami, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Palmerola have?

    Dr. Rafael Palmerola is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.