Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kenneth Palmer, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1437165750
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
6550 Fannin St, Suite 2600
Houston, TX 770302717
(713) 790-1818
fax (713) 790-7500
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 15, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #J6199
- Medicaid (3)
- TX #286361501 · TX #286361502 · TX #286361505
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437165750. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,104
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$286,659
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 748 | 503 | $124 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 284 | 187 | $147 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 282 | 226 | $39 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 168 | 150 | $88 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 129 | 114 | $173 | |
64484 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level | 117 | 64 | $50 | |
72170 |
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views | 102 | 99 | $28 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 40 | 28 | $7 | |
72040 |
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views | 37 | 35 | $39 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 36 | 28 | $246 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 43 peers in Houston Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 147. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$262
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 2 | $149.63 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 3 | $112.02 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
757
Patients
395
Total drug cost
$5,787
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 204 | 78 | $1,111 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 119 | 75 | $513 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 117 | 58 | $1,486 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 109 | 60 | $704 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 61 | 51 | $573 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 44 | 14 | $841 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 40 | 33 | $89 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 29 | 13 | $312 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 22 | 13 | $73 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $86 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kenneth Palmer's medical specialty?
Dr. Kenneth Palmer practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Kenneth Palmer practice?
Dr. Kenneth Palmer practices at 6550 Fannin St, Houston, TX 770302717. Office phone: 7137901818.
What is Dr. Kenneth Palmer's NPI?
Dr. Kenneth Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437165750, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kenneth Palmer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kenneth Palmer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kenneth Palmer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level (HCPCS 64483); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.