Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altschul, Pulmonologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Erica Altschul, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Altschul graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Altschul is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altschul’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altschul’s office at (212) 434-6629.
Where did Dr. Altschul go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Lenox Hill Hospital | Stanford University Hospitals & Clinics
Residency: Lenox Hill Hospital | Lenox Hill Hospital
Medical School: New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Altschul speak?
Dr. Altschul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Altschul typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Altschul 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. Altschul. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension from Blood Clots
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
- CTEPH
- Persistent high blood pressure in lung arteries from clots
- Long-term lung hypertension from emboli
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- PAH
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
- I2724: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
- I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Altschul typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Erica Altschul may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Altschul's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altschul accept my insurance?
Dr. Altschul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 434-6629 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altschul accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Altschul in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
MVP Health Care
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Altschul's office located?
What is Dr. Altschul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altschul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073957650.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altschul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altschul
What is Dr. Erica Altschul's specialty?
Dr. Altschul is a Pulmonologist near New York, NY.
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. Erica Altschul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altschul is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital, Phelps Hospital, Northern Westchester Hospital, Staten Island University Hospital - North, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erica Altschul accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Erica Altschul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erica Altschul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altschul's office at (212) 434-6629 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erica Altschul?
Please contact Dr. Altschul's office at (212) 434-6629 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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