20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altschuler, Internist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Douglas Altschuler, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Altschuler graduated from University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Altschuler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altschuler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altschuler’s office.
Where did Dr. Altschuler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Geisinger Health System Program
Medical School: Umdnj-Sch Of Osteo Med- Stratford Nj | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine | Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
Is Dr. Altschuler board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Altschuler, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Altschuler speak?
Dr. Altschuler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Altschuler treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Altschuler 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. Altschuler. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Ulcer
- Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does Dr. Altschuler perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Altschuler 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. Altschuler. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Altschuler accept my insurance?
Dr. Altschuler 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. Altschuler accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Altschuler in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cooperative Benefit Group
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
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Where is Dr. Altschuler's office located?
What is Dr. Altschuler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altschuler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770542177.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altschuler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altschuler
What is Dr. Douglas Altschuler's specialty?
Dr. Altschuler is a Internist near Denver, CO.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Altschuler to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Douglas Altschuler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altschuler is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Aurora 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Douglas Altschuler accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Altschuler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Altschuler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altschuler's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Altschuler?
Please contact Dr. Altschuler's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Altschuler have?
Dr. Douglas Altschuler is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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