Kenneth Palmer, M.D.
NPI 1437165750 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Palmer, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1437165750).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437165750
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J6199 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,424 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 461 | $124 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 198 | $38 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 182 | $149 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 133 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 98 | $174 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 220 | 102 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 144 | 73 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 119 | 53 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 117 | 63 |
| Methylprednisolone | 59 | 51 |
| Celecoxib | 28 | — |
| Meloxicam | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$262 across 5 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-31
- Last updated
- 2016-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Palmer's NPI number?
- Kenneth Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437165750, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Palmer's specialty?
- Kenneth Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Palmer located?
- Kenneth Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 6550 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030-2717.
- What is Kenneth Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Palmer is (713) 790-1818.
- Does Kenneth Palmer accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Palmer's NPI (1437165750) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-08-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.