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Matthew Palmer, OD

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Specializes in: Optometry (Primary Eye Care)

Southern California College of Optometry (2008)

Professional interests include: eye problems, prosthetics

5632 E. 5th Street 520) 790-8888
Tucson, AZ 85711

(520) 790-8888

Matthew Palmer, OD is an optometrist in Mesa, AZ specializing in optometry (primary eye care). He graduated from Southern California College of Optometry in 2008 and has 17 years of experience. Matthew Palmer, OD is affiliated with Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, SOUTHWESTERN EYE CENTER, LTD and BARNET DULANEY PERKINS EYE CENTER, PC.

Office Locations

Address:

1055 S Stapley Drive
Mesa, AZ 85204

Address:

5632 E. 5th Street 520) 790-8888
Tucson, AZ 85711

Some issues Matthew Palmer, OD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

doctor visit	752
eye procedures	313

**Gender**
Male	214
Female	306

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	465
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	197
From 75 to 84	156
85 and over	135
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	28
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

doctor visit	657
eye procedures	313

**Gender**
Male	199
Female	275

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	403
Black	18
Hispanic	28
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	204
From 75 to 84	143
85 and over	98
Less than 65	29

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

doctor visit	806
eye procedures	426
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	39

**Gender**
Male	462
Female	660

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	936
Black	0
Hispanic	98
Asian	32
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	450
From 75 to 84	348
85 and over	260
Less than 65	64

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	29
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

doctor visit	1063
eye procedures	460
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	67
ultrasound (sonogram)	18

**Gender**
Male	292
Female	399

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	571
Black	21
Hispanic	58
Asian	12
Other	14
Native American	15

**Age**
From 65 to 74	287
From 75 to 84	209
85 and over	141
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

doctor visit	902
eye procedures	643
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	90
ultrasound (sonogram)	16

**Gender**
Male	312
Female	407

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	606
Black	11
Hispanic	63
Asian	11
Other	14
Native American	14

**Age**
From 65 to 74	279
From 75 to 84	260
85 and over	123
Less than 65	57

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	31
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

doctor visit	440
eye procedures	613
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	141
ultrasound (sonogram)	16

**Gender**
Male	310
Female	411

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	599
Black	14
Hispanic	72
Asian	11
Other	13
Native American	12

**Age**
From 65 to 74	292
From 75 to 84	256
85 and over	122
Less than 65	51

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	32
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

doctor visit	974
eye procedures	639
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	125
ultrasound (sonogram)	35

**Gender**
Male	286
Female	396

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	536
Black	19
Hispanic	87
Asian	13
Other	16
Native American	11

**Age**
From 65 to 74	264
From 75 to 84	239
85 and over	125
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	33
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

doctor visit	850
eye procedures	513
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	57
ultrasound (sonogram)	29

**Gender**
Male	249
Female	353

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	505
Black	0
Hispanic	47
Asian	0
Other	17
Native American	14

**Age**
From 65 to 74	274
From 75 to 84	205
85 and over	92
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	29
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

doctor visit	1996
eye procedures	657
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	189
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Matthew Palmer, OD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Matthew Palmer, OD treated as an optometrist in Mesa, AZ were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

doctor visit	938
eye procedures	510
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	101
ultrasound (sonogram)	21

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Matthew Palmer, OD.

**Gender**
Male	232
Female	320

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	8
Asian / Pacific Islander	7
Non-Hispanic White	462
Native American / Alaskan Native	6
Hispanic	47
Other	9

**Age**
85 and over	109
75 to 84	181
Less than 65	37
65 to 74	224

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Matthew Palmer, OD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Matthew Palmer, OD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Matthew Palmer, OD graduated from Southern California College of Optometry in 2008. He has a state license in Arizona.

Medical School: Southern California College of Optometry (2008)

Licensed In: Arizona

Affiliations & Hospitals

Matthew Palmer, OD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center

SOUTHWESTERN EYE CENTER, LTD

BARNET DULANEY PERKINS EYE CENTER, PC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Matthew Palmer, OD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.	$920 CEQUA $818	XELPROS $102
Allergan Inc.	$896 RESTASIS $558	LUMIGAN $157	ALPHAGAN P $47	BOTOX $18	COMBIGAN $10	Other $106
Shire North American Group Inc	$753 XIIDRA $679	$75
Dompe US, Inc.	$634 Oxervate $634
Alcon Vision LLC	$512 Hydrus Microstent $280	CLAREON $106	Simbrinza $39	Precision 1 $28	Rocklatan $22	Other $38
Other	$3,486 ACTHAR $915	XIIDRA $404	PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL $188	OMNI(R) SURGICAL SYSTEM (US) $167	TYRVAYA $114	Other $1,698

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$6,792
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$360
Education	$38
Entertainment	$11

Biography

Dr. Matthew Palmer is a specialist in optometry (primary eye care) in Mesa, AZ and Tucson, AZ. Dr. Palmer has indicated that his clinical interests include prosthetics and eye problems. He is affiliated with Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center.

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