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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altman, Dermatopathologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Howard Altman, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA. Dr. Altman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altman’s office at (610) 437-4134.
Where did Dr. Altman go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Altman speak?
Dr. Altman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Altman typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Altman 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. Altman. 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:
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis 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:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Altman typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Altman may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Altman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altman accept my insurance?
Dr. Altman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 437-4134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altman accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Altman in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Assurant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Altman's office located?
Dr. Howard Altman's Primary Practice
1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 100
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 437-4134
What is Dr. Altman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922097443.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altman
What is Dr. Howard Altman's specialty?
Dr. Altman is a Dermatopathologist near Allentown, PA.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. Howard Altman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altman is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
When to see a Dermatopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Howard Altman accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Altman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Altman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (610) 437-4134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Altman?
Please contact Dr. Altman's office at (610) 437-4134 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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