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DAVID J. ALTMAN M.D.
NPI 1598764433
Dermatology in Williamsville, NY

Active since July 21, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
8421 SHERIDAN DR, WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221(716) 810-0610(716) 810-0630 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About David J. Altman M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DAVID J. ALTMAN M.D. (NPI 1598764433) is an individual dermatology provider in Williamsville, New York, licensed in New York (208731) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598764433
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameDAVID J. ALTMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address8421 SHERIDAN DRWilliamsville, NY 14221-4133
Mailing AddressPo Box 8000, Department 273Buffalo, NY 14267-0002 · (716) 810-0610 · Fax (716) 810-0630
Phone(716) 810-0610
Fax(716) 810-0630
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 2010
✔ NPI 1598764433 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 208731
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
8421 SHERIDAN DR, Williamsville, NY 14221
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Other Identifiers 7

Other00025872901Univera
Other070016621NY · Rr Medicare
Other9701605Ghi
Other000526696001Bc/bs-healthnow
Medicare PINDD0104NY
Medicare UPINH53333NY
Other0311368NY · Independent Health

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

David J. Altman M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7113919192
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090929000272
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show David Altman reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Altman Dermatology, PC
Same address
Dermatology
8421 SHERIDAN DR
Williamsville, NY 14221
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
NPI 1699704528 (716) 810-0610

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
1,180 services221 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
544 services480 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
355 services312 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
216 services182 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
65 services64 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths 17004
This procedure involves removing 15 or more precancerous skin growths to prevent them from developing into cancer. It's done using various methods like freezing, creams, or minor surgery. The goal is to protect your health by stopping cancer before it starts.
49 services41 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14221 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$84.93 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

HANNAH ELIZABETH WILL PA-C
Physician Assistant
8421 SHERIDAN DR
BUFFALO, NY 14221
Erie County (716) 810-0610
AMANDA KRISTINE ENGLISH P.A.
Physician Assistant (Medical)
8421 SHERIDAN DR
WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221
Erie County (716) 810-0610
ALTMAN DERMATOLOGY, PC
Dermatology
8421 SHERIDAN DR
WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221
Erie County (716) 810-0610

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is David Altman's NPI number?

The NPI number for David Altman is 1598764433. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2005.

Where is David Altman located?

David Altman practices at 8421 Sheridan Dr, Williamsville, NY 14221. The listed phone number is (716) 810-0610.

What is David Altman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is David Altman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. David Altman is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organization bills Medicare for David Altman's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), David Altman reassigns Medicare benefits to Altman Dermatology, PC (Williamsville, NY). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for David Altman's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for David Altman was last updated on July 28, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.