Physician Profile
David J. Palmer, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Palmer
Based in Chicago, IL, David J. Palmer, M.D. is listed in the NPI registry under ophthalmology. David graduated from University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine in 1980. David is also listed as specializing in ophthalmology — glaucoma. According to Medicare claims data, David cared for 1,791 Medicare patients across 2,140 services. The services billed most often include established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more, exam of visual field with extended testing, and imaging of optic nerve.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (312) 695-8150
- Email not available
Practice Locations
259 E ERIE ST STE 1520
Chicago, IL 60611
1630 Sherman Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Ophthalmology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
Cornea and external eye
Eyelid and tear drainage
Refractive and focusing
- Astigmatism
- Eye misalignment (strabismus)
- Farsightedness
- Lazy eye (amblyopia)
- Nearsightedness
- Presbyopia
Retina and vitreous
Eye injuries
Inflammation, neurologic, and orbit
Retina & vitreous
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
Examination and imaging
Cataract and lens
Corneal procedures
Eye diagnostics
Eye injuries
Eyelid surgery
Eyelid, tear duct, and muscle
Glaucoma
- Glaucoma drainage-device implantation
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty
Laser eye surgery
Laser procedures
Laser vision correction
Refractive surgery
Tear duct & Orbit
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
2,140 services · 1,791 patients · 16 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow | Procedure | 65855 |
24 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness | Imaging | 76514 |
37 | As often as other peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of visual field with extended testing | Treatment | 92083 |
275 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of optic nerve | Treatment | 92133 |
243 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Exam of the internal drainage system of eye | Treatment | 92020 |
122 | More often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Imaging of retina | Treatment | 92134 |
43 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Extended exam of the back part of the eye with retinal drawing | Treatment | 92201 |
19 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | Treatment | 92012 |
18 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Photography of the retina | Treatment | 92250 |
15 | Less often than most peers in Ophthalmology |
| Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more | Office visit | 99214 |
791 | More than most peers in Ophthalmology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other eye doctors at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other eye doctors in Chicago 8
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 24 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1980 at University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow 8
Providers in IL who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is David J. Palmer?
David J. Palmer is an eye doctor in Chicago, IL. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Ophthalmology”.
NPI registry
What is David J. Palmer's address?
David J. Palmer is listed at 259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Chicago, IL 60611. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with David J. Palmer?
The number on file is (312) 695-8150. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is David J. Palmer's NPI number?
David J. Palmer's National Provider Identifier is 1245215060. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did David J. Palmer train?
David J. Palmer attended University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, graduating in 1980. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has David J. Palmer been practicing?
David J. Palmer has 46 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1980, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does David J. Palmer perform?
According to Medicare billing data, David J. Palmer performs procedures including laser repair to improve eye fluid flow; reads or performs imaging such as ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness; provides treatments such as exam of visual field with extended testing and imaging of optic nerve, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has David J. Palmer confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by David J. Palmer. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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