Summary

With 31 years in family medicine and surgery, Dr. Erik Palmer treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and familial lipid disorders, and performs procedures including autoinjector administration, insulin pen therapy, and electrocardiograms. He is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center and sees patients in Palm Springs, California.

Dr. Palmer completed his residency at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center and received his medical degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Palmer 4.09 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 31 years of experience
  • 61 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
  • 37 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Erik Grove Palmer has 2 locations

Desert Family Medical Center

555 E Tachevah Dr Ste 2W203Palm Springs, CA 92262
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Desert Regional Medical Center

1150 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English, Spanish
Palm Springs , CABaltimore , MDLawrenceville , GAEncinitas , CA
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Erik Grove Palmer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CDPHP
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Univera Healthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Erik Grove Palmer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Erik Grove Palmer has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Erik Grove Palmer holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Palmer's NPI number is 1184683229.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erik Palmer?
You can find contact information for Dr. Erik Palmer here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Erik Palmer's office located?
Dr. Erik Palmer's office is located at 555 E Tachevah Dr Ste 2W203, Palm Springs, CA, 92262.
Is Dr. Erik Palmer accepting new patients?
Dr. Erik Palmer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Erik Palmer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Erik Palmer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Erik Palmer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Erik Palmer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Erik Palmer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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