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Dr. Jeff Altman, MD

Physiatrist

Long Beach, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Altman, Physiatrist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Jeff Altman, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Altman graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Altman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altman’s office at (949) 554-4989.

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

    • Residency: UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: The University of Toledo College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Altman board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Jeff Altman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    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 Physiatrist like Dr. Altman typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, 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:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Altman typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeff Altman may include:

    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 (949) 554-4989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Altman accept in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Altman's office located?

    Dr. Jeff Altman's Primary Practice

    5199 E Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 304

    Long Beach, CA 90804

    (949) 554-4989

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    Dr. Jeff Altman's Practice 2

    8610 S Sepulveda Blvd Ste 109

    Los Angeles, CA 90045

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    Dr. Jeff Altman's Practice 3

    1805 E Dyer Rd Ste 110

    Santa Ana, CA 92705

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    What is Dr. Altman's NPI number?A 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 1841381878.

    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. Jeff Altman's specialty?

    Dr. Altman is a Physiatrist near Long Beach, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

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

    No, Dr. Altman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 Dr. Jeff Altman accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Jeff Altman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (949) 554-4989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jeff Altman?

    Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (949) 554-4989 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Altman's office located?

    Dr. Altman's offices are located in Long Beach, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Santa Ana, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeff Altman have?

    Dr. Jeff Altman is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.