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Nathaniel Palmer, MD

Family Medicine

Accepts New Patients
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About Nathaniel Palmer, MD

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Hospital Affiliations
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
Insurance Accepted
*Accepted plans and benefits may vary by location.
INSURANCE PLAN
ACCEPTS NEW PATIENTS
Aetna - Aetna Signature Administrators
Accepts New Patients
Aetna - Choice POS II
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Aetna - Elect Choice
Aetna - Health Network Only
Aetna - Health Network Option
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Aetna - HMO
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Aetna - Managed Choice
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Aetna - Open Access Elect Choice
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Aetna - Open Access HMO
Aetna - Open Access Managed Choice
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Aetna - Open Access Select
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Aetna - Open Choice PPO
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Aetna - QPOS
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Aetna - Select SM
Aetna - US Access
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Access PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus HMO-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus PPO-Group
Accepts New Patients
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSWH Employee Network - SEQA & EQA
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - McLane Group Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - PPO Network-Group
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Bell County Public Health District - Bell County Public Health District
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Bronze
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Gold
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Silver
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice Plus
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier Open Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Select PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - EFH Retirees
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - Oncor
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - ParPlan
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - STAR Kids
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Traditional
Brookshire Brothers - Brookshire Brothers Employee Plan (Nexcaliber)
Cigna - CAC Plan
Cigna - Cigna Choice Fund
Cigna - EPO
Cigna - Flexcare
Cigna - HMO
Cigna - HMO Open Acces
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Cigna - HMO Open Access
Cigna - HMO/POS
Cigna - LocalPlus
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Cigna - LocalPlusIN
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Cigna - Network
Cigna - Network Open Access
Cigna - Network POS
Cigna - Open Access Plus
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Cigna - POS
Cigna - POS Open Access
Cigna - PPO
Consolidated Association of Railroad Employees - Self-Insured Employee Plan
Coventry - Coventry/First Health
DFW ConnectedCare - American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan
Envolve Vision - Envolve Vision
EyeMed Vision - EyeMed Vision
First Health - First Health PPO
FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Plus PPO
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FirstCare Health Plans - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
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Galaxy Health Network - Galaxy Health Network
Gladney Center - Gladney Center
HealthSmart - ACCEL Network
HealthSmart - HealthSmart PPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care EPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care GEPO
HealthSmart - Preferred Network
Humana Behavioral - Tricare Members Only
Humana - ChoiceCare
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Humana - ChoiceCare Preferred Network
Humana - Commercial HMO Plans
Humana - Commercial PPO Plans
Humana - Humana Preferred
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Humana - Medicare Advantage Plans (exclude Southwestern Health Resources Network)
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Humana - National POS
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Imagine Health - EPN
Independent Medical Systems - IMS Network
Magellan - CHIP
Magellan - Navigator Networks
Magellan - Pinnacle Networks
Magellan - STAR
Magellan - STAR Kids
Magellan - Summit Networks
Medicaid - AmeriGroup
Medicaid - Oklahoma Medicaid
Medicaid - Parkland HealthFirst
Medicaid - Superior HealthPlan
Medicaid - Traditional Medicaid
Medical Development International - MDI
Medicare Railroad - Medicare Railroad
Medicare - Traditional Medicare
Midland Memorial Hospital - Employee Benefit Plan
Mother Frances Hospital Regional - Self-Insured Employee Plan
OccuNet - Occupational Networks of Texas, Inc.
Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
PHCS Network - Beech Street of Texas PPO
PHCS Network - Private Health Care SYstem PPO
Reny Company - Workers Comp
Rockport - Workers Comp
Scott & White Health Plan - RightCare STAR Medicaid Network
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Sedgwick Preferred Network f/k/a Southwest Medical - Workers Comp
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Superior Vision - Superior Vision
Superior - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
Superior - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Superior - CHIP
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Superior - CHIP Perinate
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Superior - Foster Care
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Superior - STAR
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Superior - STAR+PLUS
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Three Rivers Network - Three Rivers Network
Tricare - Tricare Extra
Tricare - Tricare Prime
Tricare - Tricare Select
TriWest - VA-PCCC
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United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
UnitedHealth - AARP Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Charter EPO
UnitedHealth - Charter HMO
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UnitedHealth - Charter POS
UnitedHealth - CHIP
UnitedHealth - Choice +HMO
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UnitedHealth - Choice EPO
UnitedHealth - Choice HMO
UnitedHealth - Choice Plus POS
UnitedHealth - Core Choice Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - Core EPO
UnitedHealth - Core HMO
UnitedHealth - Dual Complete Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Group Medicare Advantage
UnitedHealth - Medicare Complete
UnitedHealth - Medicare Gold
UnitedHealth - Medicare Silver
UnitedHealth - Navigate EPO
UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO
UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO+
UnitedHealth - Navigate POS
UnitedHealth - Nexus ACO OA
UnitedHealth - Options PPO
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UnitedHealth - PPO
UnitedHealth - Secure Horizons
UnitedHealth - Select +
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Select EPO
UnitedHealth - Select HMO
Accepts New Patients
UnitedHealth - Select Plus POS
UnitedHealth - STAR
UnitedHealth - STAR Kids
UnitedHealth - STAR+PLUS
UnitedHealth - UHC West Signature Value Gated HMO
University Mary Hardin - Baylor-Employee Benefit Plan
Your rights and protections against surprise medical bills

Insurance listings are subject to change without prior notice. Please call your physician's office or your health or insurance plan to verify coverage information prior to scheduling your visit or procedure. Not all members participating in contracted networks have "in network" access. In network participation may change from time to time without prior notice. Independent providers (which could include, for example only, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pathologists, emergency medicine physicians, advance practice professionals, and other independent providers of health care services) may deliver part of your care, and such providers may be considered out-of-network on your health and insurance plans even if the Facility may be considered in network. If you desire additional information as to the providers who may be involved in providing your care, you can either ask your treating provider (who may know some of the specialists or groups who could be involved) or you can request a list of Facility-based physician groups by calling the following toll free number: (877) 810-0372. This list is updated annually and is subject to change without prior notice.

Background

Education
  • Medical School: Medical Doctor, TEXAS A&M HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER (Bryan) (2019)
  • Residency: Texas A&M HSCCOM/Baylor Scott & White Health (2022)
Industry Relationships

Physicians who are not employed, contracted with administrative duties or performing research with Baylor Scott & White Health are not required to report relationships and activities with industry partners such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies (collectively referred to as Industry). Information regarding these relationships is therefore not available on this page. However, patients may visit CMS’ Open Payments Database for more information, and should feel free to speak with their physician about relationships with Industry.

Reviews (290) for Nathaniel Palmer, MD

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May 15, 2023
Quick response to my request for an appointment and addressed 3 issues I-was concerned about. Referred me and helped me get appointments for testing and eye appointment to check for possible damage. Very concerned and caring physician.
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May 15, 2023
Excellent
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May 13, 2023
Very attentive and Christian attributes
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May 12, 2023
Dr Palmer and staff provide excellent patient care. They take the time to listen to your health concerns. Dr. Palmer listens to my health concerns and provides referrals in a timely matter. He makes sure he has addressed all of my concerns at time of appointment. He also answers messages on patient portal in a timely matter or his nurses will respond if Dr Palmer unavailable.
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May 12, 2023
He took a genuine interest in my health and well-being.
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May 11, 2023
Makes sure he answers my questions and makes sure I understand the answers.
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May 9, 2023
Very nice and curious about all the details of my symptoms. I felt he really cared about me and was personable.
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May 7, 2023
Listened to all my questions, did not feel rushed.
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May 5, 2023
Dr. Palmer answered any and all of my concerns.
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May 5, 2023
He did 'homework ' regarding a test result of mine and retested, thereby avoiding putting me on yet another medication
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May 5, 2023
I've had a hard time finding a GP in the BSW system that accepted new patients AND was as understanding and caring as Dr Palmer. I am delighted to have found him!
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May 3, 2023
Best all around
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May 2, 2023
Very nice
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May 2, 2023
I met Dr. Palmer when my children needed a new primary. I was impressed with his approach. My son has ADHD but instead of pushing medications he said if he is functioning without them then let's keep it that way. I am struggling with my weight and wanted to see how he would approach it. My previous provider seemed to be set on the fact that I would need weight loss surgery despite me stating I did not want it. Dr. Palmer was very caring and listened to my concerns and I couldn't be happier with my visit.
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May 2, 2023
He is on point and explains all data to patient.
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Apr 30, 2023
Great
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Apr 29, 2023
Good
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Apr 28, 2023
Competent and caring
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Apr 27, 2023
He was awesome!!
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Apr 27, 2023
Provided excellent service
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Apr 27, 2023
Excellent experience.
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Apr 27, 2023
This was a good opportunity for Dr palmer to utilize his intern for diagnosis and treatment. Visit was thorough and I felt comfortable the discussion and recommendations. It's good to see the future of medicine with knowledgeable young doctors and current mentors.
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Apr 26, 2023
Dr. Palmer was wonderful! Knowledgeable, professional, and great bedside manner.
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Apr 25, 2023
Easy relaxed visit
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Apr 25, 2023
He is extremely caring and attentive to my needs. Glad I switched from my previous physician.
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Apr 25, 2023
Personal
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Apr 25, 2023
This was my first time going to Dr. Palmer. He was very attentive to my needs.
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Apr 22, 2023
Dr. Palmer was very compassionate, answered my questions thoroughly, and made me feel comfortable and cared for.
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Apr 20, 2023
He makes sure I understand my treatment and is good answering all my questions
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Apr 20, 2023
Very caring and makes a great initial conversation with patient
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Apr 20, 2023
Very thorough and addressed all of my questions/concerns. Took interest in me and my health.
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Apr 19, 2023
He was concerned and caring and I felt I got great care. He really listens to his patients.
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Apr 18, 2023
He was very professional and very knowledgeable.
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Apr 18, 2023
Listened to me, concern. Got back to me with x-Ray results on my chart and also with phone call.
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Apr 18, 2023
Dr. Palmer is very caring, helpful, & very knowledgeable. He takes time and listens.
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Apr 18, 2023
First visit and was impressed that he had taken time to review quite thoroughly my medical history, asked pertinent questions, and listened attentively. I immediately felt comfortable and at ease to be open to discuss a sad and sensitive family issue currently weighing heavy.
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Apr 18, 2023
I'm glad I found Dr. Palmer. I feel comfortable in his care.
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Apr 16, 2023
Great Doctor.
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Apr 16, 2023
Very caring
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Apr 16, 2023
He knows his stuff
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Apr 14, 2023
Very professional, he addresses your issues, answers questions in a way that you can understand them.
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Apr 13, 2023
Alway professional and helpful.
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Apr 12, 2023
He is awesome!
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Apr 11, 2023
Always respectful and makes sure I understand everything
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Apr 6, 2023
Very Personable
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Apr 5, 2023
I had a great experience with Dr. Palmer, excited for him to be my primary Doctor, very knowledgeable and cares about his patients I would most definitely recommend him to anyone, thank you!
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Apr 4, 2023
Very pleasant -- thorough in researching history. Seemed to know the right antibiotic and treatment I needed, and it's working!
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Apr 4, 2023
Dr. Palmer did not rush the visit and took time to answer any and all questions.
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Apr 4, 2023
Dr. Palmer was attentive to my concerns and helped me to understand what I was experiencing.
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Apr 1, 2023
Dr. Palmer takes his time and cares about his patients. He makes my daughter who is a bit shy, feel very comfortable about talking to him. We are happy to have found him & at an early, yet important age for a child to bond with their doctor!
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Apr 1, 2023
Always professional and friendly. Gives this mom a piece of mind!
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Mar 29, 2023
Very personable.
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Mar 29, 2023
Personable, knowledgeable and took his time with me.
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Mar 29, 2023
Dr Palmer was very informative concerning our questions regarding health care. This was a 1st time visit and was made to feel very confident in the care that I would be receiving then and in the future.
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Mar 29, 2023
Dr. Parmer was excellent with his knowledge and attending to my concerns.
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Mar 26, 2023
Attentive, explained things and listened well
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Mar 26, 2023
He was attentive, professional, friendly, listened well, discussed options and gave good explanations
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Mar 26, 2023
Attentive and Caring
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Mar 24, 2023
He was very through in his questions and responsive to the answer . Respect him as a doctor and admire him as a person. We are very pleased to have him as our doctor
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Mar 21, 2023
Great care provider. Very knowledgeable. Care able it his patients.
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Mar 20, 2023
Although Dr. Palmer is not my regular primary care physician he was prepared to talk to me. He had studied my "chart" and was readily able to discuss a couple of areas I had questions about. Thoroughly professional, competent and caring...
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Mar 20, 2023
Dr. Palmer is attentive and cares about patient concerns; he is very thorough and considers all potential causes/issues. He does a wonderful job of providing care and solutions while also being considerate of the patient's wishes and validating their concerns. In addition to myself, all of my children see Dr. Palmer and we have been nothing less than impressed with him and his staff.
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Mar 18, 2023
He was very personable and caring. Enjoyed my visit. Appreciated his recommendations.
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Mar 18, 2023
Good listener
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Mar 17, 2023
It was the first time seeing this Dr.
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Mar 16, 2023
First time I have seen him but liked him
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Mar 15, 2023
Excellent
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Mar 15, 2023
Very friendly and knowledgeable.
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Mar 15, 2023
Excellent physician. Took excellent care of my daughter as well.
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Mar 13, 2023
Dr. Palmer was timely, informative, & extremely knowlegable
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Mar 13, 2023
Friendly, listens to you, then gives his opinion or theory. Works super well with his PA. Very funny, tries to "lighten the mood ". Is concerned. Doesn't
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Mar 10, 2023
We love Dr Palmer he is great with my teenage boys.
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Mar 10, 2023
We have already recommended him. He had done his homework on me before I got there.
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Mar 10, 2023
Dr. Palmar at the Belton Clinic was professional, answered all our questions
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Mar 8, 2023
Great care very attentive to our needs. Best experience we've had
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Mar 8, 2023
Not my usual doctor, but he was definitely good. He listened, gave his opinions, and was very knowledgeable and personable.
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Mar 7, 2023
He listens and he explains things well. He started my appointment going over my concerns mentioned at my last visit, making me feel like he cares about me and my current conditions and concerns.
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Mar 7, 2023
Listens, cares and gives reasonable problem solving suggestions. Spent adequate time with me.
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Mar 4, 2023
Patient, Kind, Driven, EXCELLENT FOLLOW UP!!!My appointments got double booked & I missed my appointment but he took 3 minutes out of his day to call me & evaluate status. Great Job! Dr.s "Stopped" doing this years ago' he's stepping up & being good "Provider" of Healing' ..
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Mar 3, 2023
Great. Felt like he Pais attention, not only to what I said, but had reviewed my past records & was up to date on previous care.
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Mar 3, 2023
Dr. Palmer is very friendly, informative and shows concern for his patients. A great pcp. He's amazing!
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Mar 3, 2023
A week prior I took my daughter to the doctor to get drops for her eye and she was pretty much just looked at by a different doctor and sent home when I went to Dr. Palmer. He actually checked my eye to see if there were any scratches in it. He pulled out machines to make sure that my vision was good he gave me drops. He asked me questions, he examined my eye thoroughly both of them he went above and beyond.
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Feb 28, 2023
Very kind, compassionate & professional physician. Thorough, direct & responsive to my questions & concerns. I feel I was very well-taken care of during this appt. Definitely appreciate him calling me direct with test results & he even asked how I was feeling! Unique to have such a caring doctor who gives so much to his patients!! I give him an A+
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Feb 23, 2023
I can officially say that he has help me out with my depression, my anxiety by giving me the best care consideration for my body, my mind, and not letting medication's over take my body
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Feb 22, 2023
DR.Palmer was fantastic.
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Feb 18, 2023
Very professional with Good bed side manners. Very attentive to my medical concerns , listened with care.
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Feb 18, 2023
Very informed doctor of my needs. Thanks
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Feb 12, 2023
He listened and did not rush the vusit
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Feb 10, 2023
Dr. Palmer always listens to my concerns and always answers any questions I may have.
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Feb 9, 2023
Excellent manner, good listener, obviously looked over my prior health info and made reasoned suggestions. Very happy.
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Feb 8, 2023
Very kind, thoughtful, gentle, knowledgeable, thorough, and concerned.
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Feb 4, 2023
First visit and he showed that he cared about helping me.
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Feb 4, 2023
He allows the patient to participate in their care. Any patient would be lucky to have him as their physician.
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Jan 26, 2023
He explains everything well
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Jan 23, 2023
Very pleasant, thorough and attentive!
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Jan 23, 2023
Dr Palmer is very thorough and ask lots of questions as well as answers all of mine.
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Jan 20, 2023
I enjoyed the fact clinic had 7am appointments, and lab along with xray all in the same building and was able to have it done while there, instead of having to schedule those for a separate time/date.
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Jan 19, 2023
To rate this provider as best would be inaccurate since I have not visited all providers. Of the providers I have visited so far, Dr. Palmer has been very thorough and ensured the information was clear and complete.
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Jan 17, 2023
Very polite and geniously shows care and concern for my overall health
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Jan 16, 2023
He cared about me and my needs!Had a good bedside manner and knew what he was talking about.
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Jan 12, 2023
Dr Palmer is very knowledgeable. Listen to my concerns. Always responds to my questions on health care.
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Jan 11, 2023
He was a good Dr
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Jan 9, 2023
Great doctor
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Jan 9, 2023
He listened to me. He spoke to me as opposed to speaking down to me.
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Jan 6, 2023
Great care, phenomenal service. Thank you so much!
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Jan 6, 2023
Everyone in this establishment are polite and helpful. An enjoyable visit for me.
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Jan 6, 2023
The doctor was very friendly, He showed concern for my problem, great active listener, and he was a wonderful communicator when presenting solutions to the problem.
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Jan 5, 2023
Cared about healthy lifestyle and encouraged progress being made.
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Dec 31, 2022
Very patient. Answered questions
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Dec 30, 2022
Dr Palmer listened to what I had to say., very caring and took care of my medical issue. Advised me on what to do.
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Dec 29, 2022
Dr. Palmer takes his time and listens to my condition and concerns. He gives me answers and suggestions that are easy to understand. He even calls me If he feels that he needs to. I very comfortable with Dr. Palmer as my doctor.
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Dec 18, 2022
I am impressed by Dr. Nathaniel Palmer's professionalism, compassion, and knowledge. He took the time to listen to me and discuss a plan of care to improve my health. He is an excellent example of empowering patients to live well. Dr. Palmer is a top notch provider.
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Dec 17, 2022
He was very friendly and listened
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Dec 16, 2022
Very friendly, great with my daughter, very thorough
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Dec 15, 2022
Very personable and knowledgeable about the heart
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Dec 15, 2022
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Dec 15, 2022
Best
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Dec 15, 2022
I love that Dr Palmer talks to my son and really listens to his concerns.
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Dec 11, 2022
Met all expectations.
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Dec 10, 2022
Kind and concerned for my care.
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