Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altenhofen, Diagnostic Radiologist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Christopher Altenhofen, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Altenhofen graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Altenhofen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altenhofen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altenhofen’s office at (503) 253-1105.
Where did Dr. Altenhofen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Oregon Health & Science University Program
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Altenhofen board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Altenhofen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Altenhofen speak?
Dr. Altenhofen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Altenhofen typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Altenhofen 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. Altenhofen. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Altenhofen typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Altenhofen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Altenhofen. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Hip Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
- Hip Contrast Injection
- Arthrography of Hip
- Hip Joint Dye Injection
- Hip Joint Imaging Injection
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
- 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Altenhofen accept my insurance?
Dr. Altenhofen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 253-1105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altenhofen accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Altenhofen in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Moda Health
PacificSource
Providence Health & Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Altenhofen's office located?
Dr. Christopher Altenhofen's Primary Practice
233 NE 102nd Ave
Portland, OR 97220
(503) 253-1105
Dr. Christopher Altenhofen's Practice 2
10121 SE Sunnyside Rd Ste 170
Clackamas, OR 97015
What is Dr. Altenhofen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altenhofen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043327547.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altenhofen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altenhofen
What is Dr. Christopher Altenhofen's specialty?
Dr. Altenhofen is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Portland, OR.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Christopher Altenhofen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altenhofen is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Christopher Altenhofen accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Altenhofen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Altenhofen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altenhofen's office at (503) 253-1105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Altenhofen?
Please contact Dr. Altenhofen's office at (503) 253-1105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Altenhofen have?
Dr. Christopher Altenhofen is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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