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Who is Dr. Altchek, Dermatologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Douglas Altchek, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Altchek completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Dermatology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Altchek is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altchek’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altchek’s office at (212) 838-8430.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Altchek?
Dr. Douglas Altchek, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Altchek empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Botox, Dermatologic Surgery, Eczema, Hair Loss, Medical Dermatology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Altchek is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Altchek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Dermatology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery | The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York | Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Dermatology Mt Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University Complutense De Madrid, Fac De Med, Madrid, Spain | Universidad Complutense
Is Dr. Altchek board certified as a Dermatologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Altchek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Altchek speak?
Dr. Altchek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Altchek treat?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Altchek 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. Altchek. 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:
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mole Check
- Dermatology Screening
- Melanoma Screening
- Skin Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1283: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of skin
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Tumor
- Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous skin growths
- Skin lesions
- Benign skin masses
- Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
- Trunk skin lesion
- Benign trunk skin mass
- Lump on body skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified
- D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
Also known as:
- Contact Dermatitis
- Rashes
- Skin Rash from Contact
- Contact Eczema
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L259: Unspecified contact dermatitis, unspecified cause
Also known as:
- Alopecia Areata
- Hair Loss
- Alopecia areata
- Patchy hair loss
- Autoimmune hair loss
- Spot baldness
ICD-10 Codes:
- L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Flaky skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
What procedures does Dr. Altchek perform?
As a Dermatologist, Dr. Altchek performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Altchek. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Lesion Removal (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
- Facial Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
- Lip Lesion Removal
- Skin growth excision
- Mole removal
- Benign skin tumor removal
- Skin lesion surgery
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11421: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Acne Surgery
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Milia Removal
- Comedone Extraction
- Cyst Drainage
- Pustule Removal
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
- Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
- Genital Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 10040: Acne surgery (eg, marsupialization, opening or removal of multiple milia, comedones, cysts, pustules)
- 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
- Skin Cancer Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
- Lip Cancer Removal
- Malignant Lesion Excision (Facial)
- Cancerous Growth Removal (Face)
- Excision of Malignant Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11641: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Goeckerman Treatment
- Photochemotherapy
- Tar and UV-B Therapy
- Petrolatum and UV-B Therapy
- Light Therapy for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 96910: Photochemotherapy; tar and ultraviolet B (Goeckerman treatment) or petrolatum and ultraviolet B
Does Dr. Altchek accept my insurance?
Dr. Altchek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 838-8430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altchek accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Altchek in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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National Benefit Fund
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Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Altchek's office located?
Dr. Douglas Altchek also offers virtual visits
Dr. Douglas Altchek's Primary Practice
115 E 61st St Fl 9
New York, NY 10065
(212) 838-8430
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Douglas Altchek?
Dr. Altchek has appointments available at his New York, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Altchek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altchek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366449340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altchek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altchek
What is Dr. Douglas Altchek's specialty?
Dr. Altchek is a Dermatologist near New York, NY. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Altchek to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Altchek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altchek is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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
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Is Douglas Altchek accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Altchek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Altchek offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Altchek, or call (212) 838-8430 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Altchek?
Yes, Dr. Altchek offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Altchek, or call (212) 838-8430 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Altchek have?
Dr. Douglas Altchek is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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