40 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altares, Family Medicine Specialist in Saint Clair Shores, MI?
Dr. Edgar Altares, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Clair Shores, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Altares graduated from Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University and completed his residency at North Oakland Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Altares is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, and Tagalog, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altares’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altares’s office.
Where did Dr. Altares go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Oakland Med Ctr, Family Practice | North Oakland Med Center | Oakland Physicians Medical Center Program
Medical School: Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University | Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University | Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine
Is Dr. Altares board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Altares, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Altares speak?
Dr. Altares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
Tagalog
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Altares typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Altares 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. Altares. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Altares typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edgar Altares may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Altares' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altares accept my insurance?
Dr. Altares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altares accept in Saint Clair Shores, MI?
Dr. Altares in Saint Clair Shores, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Altares' office located?
What is Dr. Altares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689745481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altares
What is Dr. Edgar Altares's specialty?
Dr. Altares is a Family Medicine Specialist near Saint Clair Shores, MI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Edgar Altares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altares is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Ascension St. John Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edgar Altares accepting new patients in Saint Clair Shores, MI?
No, Dr. Edgar Altares is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edgar Altares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altares's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edgar Altares?
Please contact Dr. Altares's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edgar Altares have?
Dr. Edgar Altares is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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