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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palmitessa, Family Medicine Specialist in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Gabriella Palmitessa, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Palmitessa completed her residency at NYCOMEC/Trinitas Regional MC Program. Dr. Palmitessa is fluent in English, Czech, and Serbian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palmitessa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palmitessa’s office at (269) 375-0400.
Where did Dr. Palmitessa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: NYCOMEC/Trinitas Regional MC Program
What languages does Dr. Palmitessa speak?
Dr. Palmitessa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Czech
English
Serbian
What conditions does Dr. Palmitessa treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Palmitessa 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. Palmitessa. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Venous Thrombosis
- Blood Clot in Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- I824Z1: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified deep veins of right distal lower extremity
Which procedures does Dr. Palmitessa perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gabriella Palmitessa may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palmitessa's office.
Does Dr. Palmitessa accept my insurance?
Dr. Palmitessa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 375-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palmitessa accept in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Palmitessa in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Group Marketing Services
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palmitessa's office located?
Dr. Gabriella Palmitessa's Primary Practice
6565 W Main St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 375-0400
What is Dr. Palmitessa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palmitessa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053372219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palmitessa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palmitessa
What is Dr. Gabriella Palmitessa's specialty?
Dr. Palmitessa is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kalamazoo, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Palmitessa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gabriella Palmitessa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palmitessa is affiliated with Ascension Borgess Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital 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 Gabriella Palmitessa accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?
Yes, Dr. Gabriella Palmitessa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gabriella Palmitessa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palmitessa's office at (269) 375-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gabriella Palmitessa?
Please contact Dr. Palmitessa's office at (269) 375-0400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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