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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Altus, Pulmonologist in Riviera Beach, FL?
Dr. Craig Altus, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Riviera Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Altus is currently affiliated with Kindred Hospital Of The Palm Beach. Dr. Altus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altus’s office at (561) 835-6888.
Where did Dr. Altus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Altus speak?
Dr. Altus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Altus typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Altus 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. Altus. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Altus typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Altus may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Altus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altus accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Altus' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Altus' office located?
Kindred Hospital Of The Palm Beach
5555 W Blue Heron Blvd
Riviera Beach, FL 33418
(561) 835-6888
What is Dr. Altus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942390059.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altus
What is Dr. Craig Altus's specialty?
Dr. Altus is a Pulmonologist near Riviera Beach, FL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Craig Altus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Altus is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Good Samaritan Medical Center - West Palm Beach. 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
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Is Craig Altus accepting new patients in Riviera Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Craig Altus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Altus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altus's office at (561) 835-6888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Altus?
Please contact Dr. Altus's office at (561) 835-6888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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