David Altman, M.D.
NPI 1598764433 · Dermatology Physician · Williamsville, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Altman, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Williamsville, NY (NPI 1598764433).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598764433
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 208731 (NY)
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
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
2,485 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,180 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 544 | $86 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 355 | $62 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 216 | $53 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 65 | $94 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 529 | 367 |
| Ketoconazole | 452 | 238 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 213 | 53 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 166 | 102 |
| Metronidazole | 154 | 86 |
| Fluocinonide | 153 | 97 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 152 | 54 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,621 across 222 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
- 2005-07-21
- Last updated
- 2010-07-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Altman's NPI number?
- David Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598764433, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Altman's specialty?
- David Altman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Altman located?
- David Altman's practice location on file with NPPES is 8421 Sheridan Dr, Williamsville, NY 14221-4133.
- What is David Altman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Altman is (716) 810-0610.
- Does David Altman accept Medicare?
- David Altman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Altman's NPI active?
- Yes — David Altman's NPI (1598764433) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-07-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.