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Dr. Alex Altamirano, MD

Holyoke, MA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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
    • 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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    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:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    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

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Altamirano's office located?

    Dr. Alex Altamirano's Primary Practice

    575 Beech St

    Holyoke, MA 01040

    (413) 532-0389

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    Dr. Alex Altamirano's Practice 2

    235 Maple St

    Holyoke, MA 01040

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    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.

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    What 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?

    Yes, Dr. Altamirano is affiliated with Holyoke Medical 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 Psychiatrist?

    Explore Psychiatrist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    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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