39 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Altshuler, Thoracic Surgeon in Farmington Hills, MI?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Altshuler?
Dr. Jeffrey Altshuler, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Altshuler empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm, Cardiac Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Marfan Syndrome, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Farmington Hills, MI community, Dr. Altshuler is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Altshuler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, General Surgery | University Of Utah
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Altshuler board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Altshuler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Altshuler speak?
Dr. Altshuler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Altshuler typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Altshuler 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. Altshuler. 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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
- Chest Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Thoracic Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
- I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Altshuler typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Altshuler 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. Altshuler. 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:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Altshuler accept my insurance?
Dr. Altshuler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altshuler accept in Farmington Hills, MI?
Dr. Altshuler in Farmington Hills, MI 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Altshuler's office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Altshuler's Primary Practice
28100 Grand River Ave
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
What hospitals are Dr. Altshuler affiliated with?
Dr. Altshuler has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Altshuler's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altshuler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346222379.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altshuler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altshuler