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Who is Dr. Altman, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Tustin, CA?
Dr. Steven Altman is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tustin, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Altman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altman’s office at (714) 730-1075.
Where did Dr. Altman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kent State University
Is Dr. Altman board certified as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Steven Altman is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine since 1998
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 Dr. Altman treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Post-Thrombotic Syndrome with Inflamed Ulcer
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Inflamed Venous Ulcer
- Postphlebitic Ulcer with Inflammation
- Chronic Venous Ulcer with Redness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87031: Postthrombotic syndrome with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity
- I87032: Postthrombotic syndrome with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Pyogenic Granuloma
- Skin Condition
- Lobular Capillary Hemangioma
- Eruptive Hemangioma
- Granuloma Telangiectaticum
ICD-10 Codes:
- L980: Pyogenic granuloma
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03031: Cellulitis of right toe
What procedures does Dr. Altman perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Altman 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. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Simple Wound Closure
- Muscle Debridement
- Wound Debridement
- Treatment for Open Wound (with Packing)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound Re-closure
- Superficial Wound Repair
- Dehiscence Repair
- Stitch a Wound Open
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Dehiscence Treatment
- Open Wound Management
- Wound Packing
CPT Codes:
- 12020: Treatment of superficial wound dehiscence; simple closure
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 12021: Treatment of superficial wound dehiscence; with packing
Also known as:
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- I&D of Abscess
- Lancing an Abscess
- Draining a Boil
- Cyst Drainage
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
- Small Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitals)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair
- Complex Wound Closure
- Surgical Wound Repair
- Injury Stitching
- Minor Wound Closure
- Intermediate Wound Stitching
- Surgical Repair of Small Wounds
CPT Codes:
- 12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12041: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Drainage of Fluid Collection
- Incision and Drainage
- Hematoma Drainage
- Seroma Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 10140: Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma or fluid collection
Also known as:
- Simple Foreign Body Removal from Skin
- Complex Removal of Foreign Object Under Skin
- Subcutaneous foreign body extraction
- Skin foreign object removal
- Minor foreign body incision
- Surgical Foreign Body Removal
- Deep Foreign Object Extraction
- Complicated Object Removal from Skin
CPT Codes:
- 10120: Incision and removal of foreign body, subcutaneous tissues; simple
- 10121: Incision and removal of foreign body, subcutaneous tissues; complicated
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal (Wedge Excision)
- Wedge Resection of Nail Fold
- Ingrown Toenail Surgery
- Partial Nail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11765: Wedge excision of skin of nail fold (eg, for ingrown toenail)
Also known as:
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Complex Skin Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Complex Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure
- Surgical Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 13131: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 1.1 cm to 2.5 cm
Also known as:
- Medium Partial-Thickness Burn Care
- Burns
- Burn wound dressing
- Debridement of burns
- Second-degree burn treatment
- Burn care for face/extremity
CPT Codes:
- 16025: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; medium (eg, whole face or whole extremity, or 5% to 10% total body surface area)
Does Dr. Altman accept my insurance?
Dr. Altman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 730-1075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altman accept in Tustin, CA?
Dr. Altman in Tustin, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Auxiant
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
Clever Care Health Plan
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicaid
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
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Where is Dr. Altman's office located?
Dr. Steven Altman's Primary Practice
218 W Main St Ste 103
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-1075
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 1356366108.
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. Steven Altman's specialty?
Dr. Altman is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Tustin, CA. Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health. Contact Dr. Altman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Steven 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: Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange. 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 Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
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Is Steven Altman accepting new patients in Tustin, CA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Altman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Altman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (714) 730-1075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Altman?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (714) 730-1075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Altman have?
Dr. Steven Altman is certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
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