Summary

Dr. James Palmer specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and has dedicated 31 years to practicing in this specialized field. Dr. Palmer speaks English fluently.

Dr. Palmer practices at several locations throughout Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. He treats patients with sinusitis, chronic sinusitis, and nasal polyps. His surgical expertise includes endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal endoscopy procedures, along with coordinating pathology tests for accurate diagnosis. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 31 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 27 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Nathan Palmer has 5 locations

Penn Otorhinolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery Perelman

3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 3Philadelphia, PA 19104
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

Philadelphia Va Medical Center

3900 Woodland AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104

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31 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English
Philadelphia , PAMeadowbrook , PADarby , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University of North Texas Health Science Center Medicine Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Nathan Palmer

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Intergroup Services
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Keystone First - Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Nathan Palmer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Nathan Palmer has the following 27 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Allergy
  • Cerebrospinal Fluid Rhinorrhea
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Ear Infection (Otitis)
  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hay Fever (Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis)
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hearing Loss
  • Hoarseness
  • Jaw Fractures
  • Mouth Cancer
  • Nasal Polyps
  • Nose Cancer (Paranasal Sinus Neoplasms)
  • Oophoritis (Ovary inflammation)
  • Otorhinolaryngologic Surgical Procedures (ENT)
  • Polyps
  • Sino-Nasal Disorders
  • Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
  • Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Tonsillitis
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. James Nathan Palmer holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Palmer's NPI number is 1447287339.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. James Nathan Palmer speak?
Dr. James Nathan Palmer speaks English.
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Where is Dr. James Nathan Palmer's office located?
Dr. James Nathan Palmer's office is located at 3400 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.

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