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Dr. Emily Altman, MD

Atlanta, GA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Altman, Dermatologist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Emily Altman, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Altman graduated from Rutgers and completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Dermatopathology; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery, International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, International Society of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatopathology, International Society of Dermatopathology, Women's Dermatologic Society, Society for Pediatric Dermatology, New Jersey Dermatologic Society, AAD Membership:, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Physicians' Coalition for Injectable Safety, and Physicians' Aesthetic Coalition. Dr. Altman is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altman’s office at (973) 273-4300.

    Where did Dr. Altman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: New York University Medical Center: -Aug. 31, 1998, Dermatopathology

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Dermatopathology; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center Dermatology | New York University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers

    Is Dr. Altman board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Emily Altman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Altman speak?

    Dr. Altman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Altman treat?

    As a Dermatologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts
    • Zits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris
    • L709: Acne, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
    • Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
    • HS Skin Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Screening
    • Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mole Check
    • Dermatology Screening
    • Melanoma Screening
    • Skin Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Problem
    • Dermatological Condition
    • Skin Ailment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Itching
    • Pruritus
    • Skin Itch
    • Generalized Itching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L299: Pruritus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Facial redness
    • Adult acne
    • Rosy cheeks condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L719: Rosacea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Scarring Hair Loss
    • Hair Loss
    • Reversible hair loss
    • Temporary baldness
    • Non-permanent hair thinning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Does Dr. Altman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Altman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 273-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Altman accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Altman in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Altman's office located?

    Dr. Emily Altman's Primary Practice

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE

    Atlanta, GA 30303

    (973) 273-4300

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    Dr. Emily Altman's Practice 2

    1365 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

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    Dr. Emily Altman's Practice 3

    1021 Medical Arts Ave NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87102

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    1.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Emily Altman a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Altman has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Altman, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Medical Association

    Member

    American Academy of Dermatology

    Member

    American Society for Dermatologic Surgery

    Member

    American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery

    Member

    International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology

    Member

    American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery

    Member

    International Society of Dermatology

    Member

    American Society of Dermatopathology

    Member

    International Society of Dermatopathology

    Member

    Women's Dermatologic Society

    Member

    Society for Pediatric Dermatology

    Member

    New Jersey Dermatologic Society

    Member

    AAD Membership:

    Fellow

    American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

    Member

    Physicians' Coalition for Injectable Safety

    Member

    Physicians' Aesthetic Coalition

    Member

    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 1093794117.

    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. Emily Altman's specialty?

    Dr. Altman is a Dermatologist near Atlanta, GA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Altman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Emily Altman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Altman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Grady Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Dermatologist?

    Explore Dermatologist with 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 Emily Altman accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Emily Altman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Emily Altman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (973) 273-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Emily Altman?

    Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (973) 273-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Emily Altman have?

    Dr. Emily Altman is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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