Summary

Dr. Shawn Palmer treats cataracts and glaucoma and performs eye exams, dilated eye exams, and intraocular lens implants as part of their ophthalmology practice. They have practiced ophthalmology for 39 years and are affiliated with Mercy Hospital of Folsom.

Dr. Palmer earned their medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed a residency at the Medical College of Georgia. They practice in Folsom, California, and see patients in English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Palmer 4.2 out of 5.

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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Folsom , CASacramento , CASacramento , CAOakland , CA
Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Honduras Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
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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

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shawn Palmer?
You can find contact information for Dr. Shawn Palmer here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Shawn Palmer accepting new patients?
Dr. Shawn Palmer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Shawn Palmer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Shawn Palmer's office located?
Dr. Shawn Palmer's office is located at 2160 E Bidwell St, Folsom, CA, 95630.
Does Dr. Shawn Palmer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Shawn Palmer accepts on their Vitals profile.
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.

Data Sources

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

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