Summary

Dr. James Palmer treats diabetic retinopathy, diabetic eye disease, and age-related macular degeneration, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment. He practices ophthalmology and has 34 years of experience. Dr. Palmer speaks Spanish and Vietnamese in addition to English.

He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Mills Health Center. He sees patients in Mountain View, San Jose, Monterey, San Mateo, Daly City, and other Northern California locations.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.8
  • 34 years of experience
  • 64 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 10 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. James David Palmer has 10 locations

Northern California Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group

2495 Hospital Dr Ste 545Mountain View, CA 94040
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northern California Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group Inc

200 Jose Figueres Ave Ste 415San Jose, CA 95116
Mon9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northern California Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group Inc

798 Cass St Ste 200Monterey, CA 93940
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northern California Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group

50 S San Mateo Dr Ste 125San Mateo, CA 94401
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Good Samaritan Hospital

2425 Samaritan DrSan Jose, CA 95124

El Camino Health

2500 Grant RdMountain View, CA 94040

Mills Health Center

100 S San Mateo DrSan Mateo, CA 94401

The El Camino Womens Hospital

2485 Hospital DrMountain View, CA 94040

Northern California Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group Inc

901 Campus Dr Ste 215Daly City, CA 94015
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northern California Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group Inc

66 Bovet Rd Ste 225San Mateo, CA 94402
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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34 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi
Mountain View , CASan Jose , CASanta Clara , CALos Altos , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James David Palmer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • AvMed
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - HMO
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. James David Palmer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James David Palmer has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. James David Palmer holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Palmer's NPI number is 1053306381.

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Dr. James Palmer's office is located at 2495 Hospital Dr Ste 545, Mountain View, CA, 94040.
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