Dr. Jaime Altamirano, MD
Carson, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altamirano, Internist in Carson, CA?
Dr. Jaime Altamirano, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Carson, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Altamirano graduated from University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB. Dr. Altamirano is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altamirano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altamirano’s office at (818) 838-4587.
Where did Dr. Altamirano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB
Is Dr. Altamirano board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Altamirano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 an Internist like Dr. Altamirano typically treat?
As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Altamirano typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jaime Altamirano may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Altamirano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altamirano accept my insurance?
Dr. Altamirano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 838-4587 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altamirano accept in Carson, CA?
Dr. Altamirano in Carson, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Altamirano's office located?
Dr. Jaime Altamirano's Primary Practice
824 E Carson St Ste 104
Carson, CA 90745
(818) 838-4587
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 1689680092.
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. Jaime Altamirano's specialty?
Dr. Altamirano is a Internist near Carson, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Jaime Altamirano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altamirano is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier 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 Jaime Altamirano accepting new patients in Carson, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Altamirano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jaime Altamirano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altamirano's office at (818) 838-4587 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jaime Altamirano?
Please contact Dr. Altamirano's office at (818) 838-4587 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jaime Altamirano have?
Dr. Jaime Altamirano is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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