33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Altenbern, Urologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Douglas Altenbern, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Altenbern graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Trident Medical Center/Medical University of South Carolina Program. Dr. Altenbern is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altenbern’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altenbern’s office at (615) 341-4419.
Where did Dr. Altenbern go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Trident Medical Center/Medical University of South Carolina Program
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Altenbern speak?
Dr. Altenbern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Altenbern treat?
As a Urologist, Dr. Altenbern 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. Altenbern. 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:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Epididymitis
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
- Inflamed epididymis
- Epididymis infection
- Swollen epididymis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
- N451: Epididymitis
Also known as:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
Also known as:
- Urge Urinary Incontinence
- Mixed Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urge Incontinence
- Overactive Bladder
- Sudden Urge to Urinate
- Combined incontinence
- Stress and urge incontinence
- Dual incontinence
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3941: Urge incontinence
- N3946: Mixed incontinence
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Acute Prostatitis
- Prostate Disease
- Prostatitis: Inflammation of the Prostate
- Sudden prostate inflammation
- Acute prostate infection
- Rapid onset prostatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N410: Acute prostatitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Prostatitis
- Prostate Disease
- Prostatitis: Inflammation of the Prostate
- Chronic Prostate Inflammation
- Long-term Prostatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N411: Chronic prostatitis
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Family History of Prostate Cancer
- Family History
- Prostate Cancer
- Genetic risk for prostate cancer
- Hereditary prostate cancer
- Family history of male reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8042: Family history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
Which procedures does Dr. Altenbern perform as a Urologist?
As a Urologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Douglas Altenbern may include:
- Aesthetic Urology Consultation
- Bladder and Kidney Ultrasound
- Circumcision / Phimosis
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Shockwave Therapy
- Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Evaluation of Kidney Mass
- Invasive Urologic Procedure
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Altenbern's office.
Does Dr. Altenbern accept my insurance?
Dr. Altenbern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 341-4419 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altenbern accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Altenbern in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Altenbern's office located?
Dr. Douglas Altenbern's Primary Practice
1919 Charlotte Ave
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 341-4419
What is Dr. Altenbern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altenbern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124005145.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altenbern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altenbern
What is Dr. Douglas Altenbern's specialty?
Dr. Altenbern is a Urologist near Nashville, TN. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Altenbern to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Altenbern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Altenbern is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nashville General Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Douglas Altenbern accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Altenbern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Altenbern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altenbern's office at (615) 341-4419 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Altenbern?
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