John Altman, MD
NPI 1780680777 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Lakewood, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Altman, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Lakewood, CO (NPI 1780680777).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780680777
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 12929006-1235 (UT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,427 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 3,202 | $8 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 623 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 589 | $128 |
| 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 | 397 | $16 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 196 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 55 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 943 | 303 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 694 | 261 |
| Ezetimibe | 625 | 186 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 527 | 130 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 422 | 142 |
| Evolocumabbrand: Repatha Sureclick | 304 | 54 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,566 across 116 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 3000 N Triumph Blvd Ste 320Lehi, UT 84043-7188Phone: (801) 753-4700Fax: (801) 753-4701
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-23
- Last updated
- 2024-07-02
- Certified
- 2024-07-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Altman's NPI number?
- John Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780680777, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Altman's specialty?
- John Altman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Altman located?
- John Altman's practice location on file with NPPES is 11700 W 2nd Pl, Lakewood, CO 80228-1710.
- What is John Altman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Altman is (303) 595-2727.
- Does John Altman accept Medicare?
- John Altman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Altman's NPI active?
- Yes — John Altman's NPI (1780680777) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-07-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.