Howard Altman, MD
NPI 1134123102 · Urology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Howard Altman, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1134123102).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134123102
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD033441E (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,399 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 1,095 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 665 | $130 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 584 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 398 | $93 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 326 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 1,467 | 338 |
| Finasteride | 648 | 150 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 636 | 139 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 266 | 57 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 200 | 44 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | 109 | 29 |
| Dutasteride | 93 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$347 across 17 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-08
- Last updated
- 2012-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Howard Altman's NPI number?
- Howard Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134123102, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Howard Altman's specialty?
- Howard Altman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Howard Altman located?
- Howard Altman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1342 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111-3729.
- What is Howard Altman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Howard Altman is (215) 745-1612.
- Does Howard Altman accept Medicare?
- Howard Altman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Howard Altman's NPI active?
- Yes — Howard Altman's NPI (1134123102) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.