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Dr. Michael Palchak, MD

Folsom, CA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palchak, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Folsom, CA?

    Dr. Michael Palchak, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Folsom, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Palchak completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Palchak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palchak’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palchak’s office at (530) 756-6440.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo

    Is Dr. Palchak board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Palchak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Palchak speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Palchak treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Palchak 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. Palchak. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Airway Spasm
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Acute airway constriction
    • Bronchial spasm
    • Sudden narrowing of airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9801: Acute bronchospasm

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Palchak perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Palchak may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palchak's office.

    Does Dr. Palchak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palchak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 756-6440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palchak accept in Folsom, CA?

    Dr. Palchak in Folsom, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Palchak's office located?

    Dr. Michael Palchak's Primary Practice

    1650 Creekside Dr

    Folsom, CA 95630

    (530) 756-6440

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    Dr. Michael Palchak's Practice 2

    2000 Sutter Pl

    Davis, CA 95616

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

    Dr. Palchak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316970338.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palchak?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Palchak's specialty?

    Dr. Palchak is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Folsom, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Palchak to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Palchak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palchak is affiliated with Sutter Davis Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Michael Palchak accepting new patients in Folsom, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Palchak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Palchak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palchak's office at (530) 756-6440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Palchak?

    Please contact Dr. Palchak's office at (530) 756-6440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Palchak have?

    Dr. Michael Palchak is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.

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