Kenneth Altman, MD
NPI 1518927409 · Otolaryngology Physician · Danville, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Altman, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Danville, PA (NPI 1518927409).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518927409
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD 234981 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
417 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam to Assess Movement of Vocal Cord Flaps Using an Endoscope31579 | 113 | $111 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 91 | $92 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 88 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 53 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 48 | $127 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 147 | 38 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 144 | 52 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 133 | 52 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 86 | 29 |
| Famotidine | 77 | 27 |
| Gabapentin | 26 | 13 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 24 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$18 across 1 record (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
- 2006-03-24
- Last updated
- 2020-08-30
- Certified
- 2020-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Altman's NPI number?
- Kenneth Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518927409, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Altman's specialty?
- Kenneth Altman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Altman located?
- Kenneth Altman's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822-6501.
- What is Kenneth Altman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Altman is (570) 271-6429.
- Does Kenneth Altman accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Altman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Altman's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Altman's NPI (1518927409) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.