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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altwerger, Gynecologic Oncologist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Gary Altwerger, MD is a Gynecologic Oncologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Altwerger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altwerger’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altwerger’s office at (203) 785-7385.
What languages does Dr. Altwerger speak?
Dr. Altwerger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Altwerger treat?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Altwerger 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. Altwerger. 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:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
- Malignant Uterine Tumor
- Uterine Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Uterus
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
- C55: Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Malignant Cervical Tumor
- Cervical Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vulvar Cancer
- Cancer of the vulva
- Vulvar carcinoma
- External female genital cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C519: Malignant neoplasm of vulva, unspecified
Also known as:
- Endometrial Hyperplasia
- Uterine Disease
- Thickened Uterine Lining
- Uterine Lining Overgrowth
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8500: Endometrial hyperplasia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Spread
- Lung Cancer
- Metastatic Lung Cancer
- Secondary Lung Tumor
- Lung Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7800: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Altwerger perform as a Gynecologic Oncologist?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gary Altwerger 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. Altwerger's office.
Does Dr. Altwerger accept my insurance?
Dr. Altwerger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 785-7385 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altwerger accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Altwerger in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CarePartners of Connecticut
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Medicare
State of Connecticut
The Hartford
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Altwerger's office located?
What is Dr. Altwerger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altwerger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407114630.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altwerger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altwerger
What is Dr. Gary Altwerger's specialty?
Dr. Altwerger is a Gynecologic Oncologist near New Haven, CT. An obstetrician/gynecologist specializing in gynecologic oncology provides consultation and comprehensive management for patients with gynecologic cancer. This includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures essential for the total care of patients with gynecologic cancer and addressing any resulting complications. Contact Dr. Altwerger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gary Altwerger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altwerger is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Bridgeport Hospital 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
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Is Gary Altwerger accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Gary Altwerger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Altwerger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altwerger's office at (203) 785-7385 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Altwerger?
Please contact Dr. Altwerger's office at (203) 785-7385 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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