19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alter, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Shira Alter, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Alter is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alter’s office at (718) 972-2700.
Where did Dr. Alter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University,Ramat Aviv, Israel
What languages does Dr. Alter speak?
Dr. Alter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Alter treat?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Alter 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. Alter. 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:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
- Women's checkup with issues
- Pelvic exam, abnormal results
- OB/GYN visit with concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
- Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Prenatal Screening
- Antenatal Screening Follow-up
- Prenatal Testing
- Antenatal Testing
- Pregnancy Screening
- Maternal Screening
- Other Prenatal Screening Follow-up
- Maternal Screening Follow-up
- Pregnancy Screening Review
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z369: Encounter for antenatal screening, unspecified
- Z362: Encounter for other antenatal screening follow-up
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Irregular Menstruation
- Menstruation
- Unusual Periods
- Menstrual Cycle Problems
- Other Menstrual Irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- N925: Other specified irregular menstruation
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Thyroid Disorder
- Thyroid Disease
- Thyroid Problem
- Thyroid Gland Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E079: Disorder of thyroid, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Pregnancy
- Infection and Pregnancy
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI in Pregnancy
- Urinary Infection During Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O2340: Unspecified infection of urinary tract in pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09893: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, third trimester
Also known as:
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test
- HPV screening
- Papillomavirus test
- Cervical cancer screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1151: Encounter for screening for human papillomavirus (HPV)
Also known as:
- Baby Growing Too Slowly
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal growth restriction
- Small for gestational age
- Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365920: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, second trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does Dr. Alter perform?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Alter 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. Alter. 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- Uterine Catheterization for Imaging
- Saline Infusion Sonohysterography Prep
- Hysterosalpingography Prep
- Uterine Contrast Injection
CPT Codes:
- 58340: Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast material for saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) or hysterosalpingography
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Colposcopy with Curettage
- Vaginal Colposcopy with Endocervical Curettage
- Cervical Exam with Tissue Sample
- Cervical Biopsy during Colposcopy
CPT Codes:
- 57456: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After Birth Care
- Maternity Follow-up
- Postnatal Care
CPT Codes:
- 59430: Postpartum care only (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
- D&C for Missed Abortion
- Surgical Miscarriage Management
- First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
- Prenatal Care
- Antepartum Care
- Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Obstetric Visits
CPT Codes:
- 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits
Does Dr. Alter accept my insurance?
Dr. Alter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 972-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alter accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Alter in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Alter's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shira Alter?
Dr. Alter has appointments available at her Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Alter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639177637.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alter
What is Dr. Shira Alter's specialty?
Dr. Alter is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Brooklyn, NY. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Alter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shira Alter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alter is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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
Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
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Is Shira Alter accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Shira Alter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shira Alter offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alter, or call (718) 972-2700 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Shira Alter?
Please contact Dr. Alter's office at (718) 972-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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