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Dr. David Alter, MD

Atlanta, GA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alter, Chemical Pathologist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. David Alter, MD is a Chemical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Alter graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Hosp, Chemical Pathology Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alter’s office.

    Where did Dr. Alter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wm Beaumont Hosp, Chemical Pathology Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Brown

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Alter board certified in Chemical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Alter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Alter speak?

    Dr. Alter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alter treat?

    As a Chemical Pathologist, 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:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Multiple Myeloma in Remission
    • Multiple Myeloma in Relapse
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission', 'Kahler's Disease in Remission
    • Myeloma in Remission
    • Recurrent multiple myeloma
    • Relapsed myeloma
    • Myeloma recurrence

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
    • C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission
    • C9002: Multiple myeloma in relapse

    Also known as:

    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Light Chain Amyloidosis
    • Amyloidosis
    • Amyloidosis & Kidney Disease
    • AL Amyloidosis
    • Primary Amyloidosis
    • Immunoglobulin Light Chain Amyloidosis
    • Amyloid Disease
    • Protein Deposit Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8581: Light chain (AL) amyloidosis
    • E859: Amyloidosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia
    • Lymphoma
    • Waldenstrm macroglobulinemia
    • Lymphoplasmacytic Lymphoma', 'WM Lymphoma', 'Waldenstrom's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C880: Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Acquired Antibody Deficiency
    • Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia

    Also known as:

    • Plasma Protein Metabolism Disorder
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Protein Metabolism Problem
    • Blood Protein Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8809: Other disorders of plasma-protein metabolism, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Clinical Research Control Examination
    • Clinical Trials
    • Research Study Checkup
    • Clinical Trial Participant Exam
    • Control Group Medical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Plasma Protein Levels
    • Blood
    • Plasma Protein Disorder
    • Dysproteinemia
    • Unusual Blood Proteins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R778: Other specified abnormalities of plasma proteins

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Gamma Globulin Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Polyclonal Hypergammaglobulinemia
    • Elevated Gamma Globulins
    • Immune Protein Excess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D890: Polyclonal hypergammaglobulinemia

    Does Dr. Alter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alter accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Alter in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Alter's office located?

    Dr. David Alter's Primary Practice

    1365 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

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    Dr. David Alter's Practice 2

    35 Michigan St NE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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    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 1679569404.

    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. David Alter's specialty?

    Dr. Alter is a Chemical Pathologist near Atlanta, GA. A chemical pathologist specializes in the biochemistry of the human body, using this knowledge to understand the causes and progression of diseases. As a clinical consultant, they play a key role in diagnosing and treating medical conditions. Chemical pathology involves applying biochemical data to detect, confirm, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Alter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Alter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alter is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory University 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 Chemical Pathologist?

    Explore Chemical Pathologist 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 David Alter accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. David Alter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Alter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Alter?

    Please contact Dr. Alter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Alter have?

    Dr. David Alter is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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