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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altan, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Mehmet Altan, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Altan is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altan’s office at (713) 792-6161.
What languages does Dr. Altan speak?
Dr. Altan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Turkish
What conditions does Dr. Altan treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Altan 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. Altan. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Which procedures does Dr. Altan perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mehmet Altan may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Altan's office.
Does Dr. Altan accept my insurance?
Dr. Altan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altan accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Altan in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Altan's office located?
What is Dr. Altan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164755930.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altan
What is Dr. Mehmet Altan's specialty?
Dr. Altan is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Houston, TX. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Altan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mehmet Altan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altan is affiliated with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Mehmet Altan accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Mehmet Altan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehmet Altan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altan's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mehmet Altan?
Please contact Dr. Altan's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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