Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Douglas Palma, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Wilmington, DE
- NPI 1215977764
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 70.7 / 100 · 2023
- 30 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1941 Limestone RD Ste 101
Wilmington, DE 198085413
(302) 655-9494
fax (302) 691-1478
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Delaware #C1-0007009
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1215977764. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
943
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$120,542
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 291 | 183 | $89 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 152 | 119 | $126 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 149 | 134 | $34 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 50 | 49 | $170 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 45 | 45 | $108 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 40 | 40 | $166 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 38 | 36 | $41 | |
73010 |
X-ray of shoulder blade | 31 | 20 | $24 | |
29823 |
Removal of extensive shoulder joint tissue using an endoscope | 27 | 26 | $122 | |
29826 |
Shaving of part of shoulder bone and repair of ligament using an endoscope | 27 | 26 | $166 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in this city , average services per provider: 147. This provider delivers 6.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$83
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | 1 | $70.00 | |
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $13.38 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
115
Patients
87
Total drug cost
$35,502
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 33 | 31 | $115 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 33 | 29 | $222 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 21 | 14 | $199 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 15 | 13 | $113 |
| Pennsaid (Diclofenac Sodium) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $34,853 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Douglas Palma's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Palma practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Wilmington, DE.
Where does Dr. Douglas Palma practice?
Dr. Douglas Palma practices at 1941 Limestone RD Ste 101, Wilmington, DE 198085413. Office phone: 3026559494.
What is Dr. Douglas Palma's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Palma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215977764, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Douglas Palma accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Douglas Palma accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Palma commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views (HCPCS 73030). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.