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19 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Altamirano, Psychiatrist in Holyoke, MA?
Dr. Alex Altamirano, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Holyoke, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Altamirano is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altamirano’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altamirano’s office at (413) 532-0389.
What languages does Dr. Altamirano speak?
Dr. Altamirano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Altamirano treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Altamirano 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. Altamirano. 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
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Severe Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Severe major depression
- Severe depressive episode
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
- Bipolar depression
- Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
- Depressive episode of bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
- F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Altamirano perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alex Altamirano 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. Altamirano's office.
Does Dr. Altamirano accept my insurance?
Dr. Altamirano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 532-0389 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altamirano accept in Holyoke, MA?
Dr. Altamirano in Holyoke, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health New England
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Altamirano's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Alex Altamirano an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Altamirano has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Altamirano, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Altamirano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altamirano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356551071.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altamirano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altamirano
What is Dr. Alex Altamirano's specialty?
Dr. Altamirano is a Psychiatrist near Holyoke, MA.
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. Altamirano to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alex Altamirano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Altamirano is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Holyoke Medical Center. 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 Alex Altamirano accepting new patients in Holyoke, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alex Altamirano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Altamirano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altamirano's office at (413) 532-0389 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Altamirano?
Please contact Dr. Altamirano's office at (413) 532-0389 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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