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Dr. Ellen Altenburg, MD

Pediatrician

Melbourne, FL

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Altenburg, Pediatrician in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Ellen Altenburg, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Altenburg completed her residency at Kaleida Hlth Sys -Chldrn Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Altenburg is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altenburg’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altenburg’s office at (321) 425-6900.

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

    • Residency: Kaleida Hlth Sys -Chldrn Hosp, Pediatrics | Kaleida Health Sys Chldrn Hospital

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny

    Is Dr. Altenburg board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Ellen Altenburg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Altenburg speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Altenburg typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Altenburg 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. Altenburg. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Altenburg typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ellen Altenburg may include:

    Please contact Dr. Altenburg's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Altenburg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Altenburg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 425-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Altenburg accept in Melbourne, FL?

    Dr. Altenburg in Melbourne, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Gravie Insurance

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Selman and company

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Altenburg's office located?

    Dr. Ellen Altenburg's Primary Practice

    6300 N Wickham Rd Ste 132B

    Melbourne, FL 32940

    (321) 425-6900

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    What is Dr. Altenburg's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Altenburg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134193816.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altenburg?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altenburg

    What is Dr. Ellen Altenburg's specialty?

    Dr. Altenburg is a Pediatrician near Melbourne, FL.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Ellen Altenburg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Altenburg is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Holmes Regional Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Dr. Ellen Altenburg accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ellen Altenburg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ellen Altenburg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Altenburg's office at (321) 425-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ellen Altenburg?

    Please contact Dr. Altenburg's office at (321) 425-6900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Altenburg's office located?

    Dr. Altenburg's office is located in Melbourne, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ellen Altenburg have?

    Dr. Ellen Altenburg is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.