MATTHEW B PALMER MD
NPI 1023257953
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Philadelphia, PA

Active since February 17, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
85.48/100
CMS Quality Rating
800 SPRUCE ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107(215) 829-3000(215) 829-7564 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 29, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Matthew B Palmer Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MATTHEW B PALMER MD (NPI 1023257953) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD448333) and active in the NPI registry since February 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania, and is a graduate of Emory University School Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023257953
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameMATTHEW B PALMERCredential: MD
Location Address800 SPRUCE STPhiladelphia, PA 19107-6130
Mailing Address800 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19107-6130 · (215) 829-3000 · Fax (215) 829-7564
Fax(215) 829-7564
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEmory University School Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateFebruary 17, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 29, 2019
NPI 1023257953 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License Licensed in PA · MD448333
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Also ListedPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyTaxonomy 207ZP0102X · License MD448333 (PA)
800 SPRUCE ST, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Matthew B Palmer Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7517108400
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130718000102
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure 88350
An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.
673 services88 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
392 services94 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
162 services137 patients
Antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure 88346
An antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure is a laboratory test. It's designed to identify specific proteins, or antibodies, in your body. This can help diagnose certain conditions or monitor your immune system's response to treatments. The procedure involves staining a single type of antibody for detection.
96 services88 patients
Electron microscopy for diagnosis 88348
Electron microscopy is a diagnostic tool providing detailed images of tiny structures within the body, much smaller than those visible with regular microscopes. It aids in identifying diseases at a cellular level, enhancing accuracy of diagnosis.
79 services78 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
59 services40 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390111
Location34th & Spruce StsPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Chester County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · West Chester, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390179
Location701 East Marshall StreetWest Chester, PA 19380 · Chester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390223
Location51 North 39th StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19104 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services

Pennsylvania Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Philadelphia, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390226
Location800 Spruce StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19107 · Philadelphia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 19107 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$137.17 typical visit price
range $59.88 – $180.99
Typical copayment $34.29 (range $14.97 – $45.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$105.21 typical visit price
range $19.30 – $147.29
Typical copayment $26.30 (range $4.82 – $36.82)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

85.48/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.6
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Obstetrics & Gynecology
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Anesthesiology
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
800 SPRUCE ST, 2 CATHCART
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Hospitalist
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Internal Medicine
800 SPRUCE ST
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Matthew Palmer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Matthew Palmer is 1023257953. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 17, 2009.

Where is Matthew Palmer located?

Matthew Palmer practices at 800 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19107. The listed phone number is (215) 829-3000.

What is Matthew Palmer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is Matthew Palmer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Matthew Palmer is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Matthew Palmer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Matthew Palmer is affiliated with Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania, Chester County Hospital, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Pennsylvania Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Matthew Palmer was last updated on October 29, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.