Summary

Dr. James Palen is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Health Sciences Antigua School of Medicine. With 22 years of clinical experience, he brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care. Dr. Palen speaks English and serves patients throughout the Cape Girardeau area.

Dr. Palen practices at multiple locations in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and maintains an affiliation with Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. He specializes in treating substance use disorders, including heroin and opioid addiction. His treatment approach incorporates rehabilitation services such as physical therapy and occupational therapy to support patient recovery. Patients have rated Dr. Palen 4.5 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Health Sciences Antigua School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Richard Palen has 3 locations

Riverside Family Medicine

3129 Blattner DrCape Girardeau, MO 63703
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 - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Hospital Southeast

1701 Lacey StCape Girardeau, MO 63701

Saint Francis Medical Center

211 Saint Francis DrCape Girardeau, MO 63703

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Richard Palen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MO HealthNet - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Richard Palen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Richard Palen has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Health Sciences Antigua School Of MedicineGraduated in 2004

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Which hospitals is Dr. James Palen affiliated with?
Dr. James Palen is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale.
Where is Dr. James Palen's office located?
Dr. James Palen's office is located at 3129 Blattner Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703.

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