Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Wayne Altman, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Arlington, MA
- NPI 1568463479
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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11 Water St, Ste 1A
Arlington, MA 024764812
(781) 648-9700
fax (781) 648-0234
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 24, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #153014
- Medicaid
- MA #3168786
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1568463479. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
320
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$34,002
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 167 | 57 | $140 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 38 | 35 | $97 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 29 | 21 | $8 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 29 | 29 | $142 | |
0134A |
Adm sarscv2 bvl 50mcg/.5ml a | 19 | 19 | $45 | |
G0444 |
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 14 | 14 | $21 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 12 | 12 | $89 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 12 | 12 | $34 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Arlington Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 5.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
490
Patients
59
Total drug cost
$11,340
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 126 | 36 | $3,145 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 40 | 12 | $374 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 39 | 0 | $1,004 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 36 | 11 | $1,961 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 33 | 0 | $885 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 27 | 0 | $92 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 26 | 0 | $591 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 25 | 0 | $447 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 24 | 0 | $240 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 23 | 0 | $520 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Wayne Altman's medical specialty?
Dr. Wayne Altman practices Family Medicine Physician in Arlington, MA.
Where does Dr. Wayne Altman practice?
Dr. Wayne Altman practices at 11 Water St, Arlington, MA 024764812. Office phone: 7816489700.
What is Dr. Wayne Altman's NPI?
Dr. Wayne Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568463479, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Wayne Altman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Wayne Altman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Wayne Altman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.