Dr. Joel Palko
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 2 years
- Graduated from: Ohio State University College Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 2019
- Sole propriator: Yes
- NPI: 1467871012
Dr. Joel Palko M.D.
Ophthalmologist
He is located at 1 Medical Center Drive in Morgantown, WV 26506. Can help patients with the following: Binocular Dysfunction (BVD), Diabetic Retinopathy, Farsightedness, Hypertropia, Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Tunnel Vision. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467871012. Appointment can be made via the phone number (304) 598-6944. He is affiliated with 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Joel Palko, being an ophthalmologist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Joel Palko.
- Astigmatism
- Binocular Dysfunction (BVD)
- Blepharitis
- Blindness
- Cataracts
- Chalazion
- Color Blindness
- Corneal Disease
- Corneal Ulcer
- Crossed Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Double Vision
- Dry Eyes
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Strain
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Herpes of the Eye
- Hypertropia
- Keratitis
- Keratoconus
- LASIK
- Lazy Eye
- Macular Degeneration
- Nearsightedness
- Oculomotor Dysfunction
- Optic Neuritis
- Pink Eye
- Presbyopia
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
- Scleritis
- Sty
- Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
- Tunnel Vision
- Usher Syndrome
- Uveitis
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Joel Palko as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
CareSource
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 22 plans from CareSource
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze 7500 $25 Generic Drugs | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze 7500 $25 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Diabetes Gold 3000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Diabetes Gold 3000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Diabetes Silver 5000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Diabetes Silver 5000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold 2000 $15 Generic Drugs | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold 2000 $15 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Healthy Heart Gold 3000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Healthy Heart Gold 3000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Healthy Heart Silver 5000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Healthy Heart Silver 5000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Low Deductible Silver 5000 $3 Generic Drugs | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Low Deductible Silver 5000 $3 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Low Premium Bronze 10600 $25 Generic Drugs | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Low Premium Bronze 10600 $25 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Low Premium Silver 6200 $3 Generic Drugs | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Low Premium Silver 6200 $3 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Platinum Zero $5 Generic Drugs | HMO · Platinum | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Platinum Zero $5 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Platinum | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver 6000 $20 Generic Drugs | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver 6000 $20 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia
Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 15 plans from Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| my Blue Access WV Major Events PPO Catastrophic 10600 - 3 Free PCP Visits | PPO · Catastrophic | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Bronze 3800 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Bronze 3800 + Adult Dental and Vision | PPO · Expanded Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Bronze 9200 | PPO · Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Gold 0 | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Gold 0 + Adult Dental and Vision | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Gold 1700 HSA | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Premier Gold 0 | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Premier Gold 0 + Adult Dental and Vision | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Premier Silver 0 | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Premier Silver 0 + Adult Dental and Vision | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Standard Bronze 7500 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Standard Gold 2000 | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Standard Gold 2000 + Adult Dental and Vision | PPO · Gold | In Network | Accepting new patients |
| my Blue Access WV PPO Standard Silver 6000 | PPO · Silver | In Network | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Joel Palko is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Joel Palko is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Ophthalmology .
Bills through: University Of Pittsburgh Physicians
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Alcon | $1355 |
| Aerie Pharmaceuticals Inc. | $122 |
| Allergan | $110 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $923 |
| Travel and Lodging | $884 |
Studies
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 2019Additional Specialities
- Resident
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Joel Palko accept insurance?
Dr. Joel Palko is listed in-network for 37 ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plans from CareSource, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia. See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Has Dr. Joel Palko affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Joel Palko is affiliated with WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS.
What conditions does Dr. Joel Palko treat?
Dr. Joel Palko provides treatment for Binocular Dysfunction (BVD), Diabetic Retinopathy, Farsightedness, Hypertropia, Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Tunnel Vision. For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Joel Palko?
Dr. Joel Palko's office is located at 1 Medical Center Drive in Morgantown, WV 26506.