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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altman, Family Medicine Specialist in Arlington, MA?
Dr. Wayne Altman, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Arlington, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Altman graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Family Medicine. Dr. Altman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altman’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altman’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Altman?
Dr. Wayne Altman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Altman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Arlington, MA community, Dr. Altman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Altman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Family Medicine | Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts Med School
Is Dr. Altman board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Wayne Altman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Altman speak?
Dr. Altman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Altman typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Altman diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Altman. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Stress Reaction
- Stress
- Extreme Stress Response
- Traumatic Stress Reaction
- Stress-Related Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- F439: Reaction to severe stress, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Altman typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wayne Altman may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Altman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altman accept my insurance?
Dr. Altman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altman accept in Arlington, MA?
Dr. Altman in Arlington, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Altman's office located?
What is Dr. Altman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568463479.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altman
What is Dr. Wayne Altman's specialty?
Dr. Altman is a Family Medicine Specialist near Arlington, MA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Wayne Altman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altman is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital, Winchester Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Wayne Altman accepting new patients in Arlington, MA?
Yes, Dr. Wayne Altman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wayne Altman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wayne Altman?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wayne Altman have?
Dr. Wayne Altman is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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11 Water St Ste 1A
Arlington, MA 02476