Summary

Dr. Shawn Palmer is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly four decades to caring for patients' vision and eye health. They completed medical school at Creighton University School of Medicine and continued training with a residency at the Medical College of Georgia. With 39 years of experience in the field, Dr. Palmer brings extensive knowledge to diagnosing and treating various eye conditions. They are fluent in both English and Spanish, helping them connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Palmer practices at Mercy Hospital of Folsom and sees patients in Folsom, California. Their expertise includes treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. They perform comprehensive eye exams and dilated eye exams to monitor eye health, and they also provide intraocular lens implant procedures to restore clear vision for cataract patients. Patients have given Dr. Palmer an average rating of 4.2 out of 5, reflecting their satisfaction with the care they receive.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 39 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Medical College Of Georgia
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Shawn L Palmer MD

2160 E Bidwell StFolsom, CA 95630
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Shawn Lee Palmer, MDDr. Asmaneh Soufi Yamagata, MDDr. Janet Chen, MDDr. James Benjamin Martel, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.6 
4.1 
39 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English, Russian, Spanish
Folsom , CASacramento , CASacramento , CARancho Cordova , CA
Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shawn Lee Palmer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 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
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Security Life
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shawn Lee Palmer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shawn Lee Palmer has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Georgia.

Medical School

Graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Palmer's NPI number is 1700801016.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Shawn Palmer affiliated with?
Dr. Shawn Palmer is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Folsom.
Does Dr. Shawn Palmer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Shawn Palmer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Shawn Palmer's office located?
Dr. Shawn Palmer's office is located at 2160 E Bidwell St, Folsom, CA, 95630.
Is Dr. Shawn Palmer accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Shawn Palmer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Shawn Palmer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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