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36 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Altman, Psychiatrist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Emily Altman, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Altman completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Altman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altman’s office at (310) 836-1223.
Where did Dr. Altman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Cedars Sinai Med Center
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Altman board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Emily Altman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Altman speak?
Dr. Altman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Altman treat?
As a Psychiatrist, 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Which procedures does Dr. Altman perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Emily Altman may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Altman's office.
Does Dr. Altman accept my insurance?
Dr. Altman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 836-1223 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altman accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Altman in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Beacon Health Options
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Altman's office located?
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 1265566814.
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. Emily Altman's specialty?
Dr. Altman is a Psychiatrist near Los Angeles, CA.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Altman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Emily Altman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Altman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Psychiatrist?
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Is Emily Altman accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Emily Altman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emily Altman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (310) 836-1223 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emily Altman?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (310) 836-1223 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Emily Altman have?
Dr. Emily Altman is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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