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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Rodney Altman, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Altman is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altman’s office at (708) 783-9100.
What languages does Dr. Altman speak?
Dr. Altman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Altman typically treat?
As an Emergency 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Altman typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rodney Altman may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (708) 783-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altman accept in San Mateo, CA?
Dr. Altman in San Mateo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Altman's office located?
Dr. Rodney Altman's Primary Practice
123 S San Mateo Dr
San Mateo, CA 94401
(708) 783-9100
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 1174548622.
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. Rodney Altman's specialty?
Dr. Altman is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Mateo, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Rodney Altman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altman is affiliated with Macneal Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rodney Altman accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rodney Altman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rodney Altman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (708) 783-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rodney Altman?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (708) 783-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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