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FRANCES T. PALMER MD
NPI 1912937053
Internal Medicine in Denver, CO

Active since July 04, 2006Opted out of Medicare · through Jan 5, 2028
3033 E 1ST AVE STE 401, DENVER, CO 80206(303) 222-0510(303) 222-0513 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 31, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 31, 2026, Dec 22, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Frances T. Palmer Md NPPES

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

FRANCES T. PALMER MD (NPI 1912937053) is an individual internal medicine provider in Denver, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (46991) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She has opted out of Medicare through January 5, 2028 and remains eligible to order and refer and is a graduate of University Of Virginia School Of Medicine (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1912937053
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameFRANCES T. PALMERCredential: MD
Location Address3033 E 1ST AVE STE 401Denver, CO 80206-5619
Mailing Address3033 E 1st Ave Ste 401Denver, CO 80206-5619 · (303) 222-0510 · Fax (303) 222-0513
Phone(303) 222-0510
Fax(303) 222-0513
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJuly 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 31, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 31, 2026
✔ NPI 1912937053 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in CO · 46991
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
3033 E 1ST AVE STE 401, Denver, CO 80206
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid67889336CO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Opted out of Medicare

Frances T. Palmer Md has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from January 5, 2026 through January 5, 2028.

Opt-Out Effective DateJanuary 5, 2026
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughJanuary 5, 2028Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
159 services87 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
141 services76 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
67 services61 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
40 services40 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80206 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
$132.55 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $33.13 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$102.03 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $25.50 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers14 claims38 services$6.46 avg. paid by Medicare
Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers11 claims11 services$13.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers18 claims100 services$1.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers14 claims14 services$27.15 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

BRANDON COMBS MD
Internal Medicine
3033 E 1ST AVE STE 401
DENVER, CO 80206
Denver County (303) 222-0510

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 Frances Palmer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Frances Palmer is 1912937053. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 4, 2006.

Where is Frances Palmer located?

Frances Palmer practices at 3033 E 1st Ave Ste 401, Denver, CO 80206. The listed phone number is (303) 222-0510.

What is Frances Palmer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Frances Palmer enrolled in Medicare?

No. Frances Palmer has opted out of Medicare through January 5, 2028. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

What insurance does Frances Palmer accept?

Health plans from Medica list Frances Palmer as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Frances Palmer was last updated on March 31, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months 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.