Dr. Robert Alter, MD
Hackensack, NJ
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alter, Medical Oncologist in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Robert Alter, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Alter graduated from Services Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Medical Oncology; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alter is fluent in English, Hebrew, Italian, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alter’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alter?
Dr. Robert Alter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist 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. Alter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Kidney Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hackensack, NJ community, Dr. Alter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Alter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Medical Oncology; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, Internal Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Services Institute of Medical Sciences | Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Alter board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Alter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alter speak?
Dr. Alter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Italian
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Alter typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Alter typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Alter 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
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 Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Alter in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Oscar Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alter's office located?
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 1306805460.
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. Robert Alter's specialty?
Dr. Alter is a Medical Oncologist near Hackensack, NJ.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Robert Alter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alter is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Holy Name 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
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Is Robert Alter accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Robert Alter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert 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 Robert Alter?
Please contact Dr. Alter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Alter have?
Dr. Robert Alter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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