Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Margaret Altemus, M.D.
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · New York, NY
- NPI 1679537450
- Accepts Medicare
- 43 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1044 Madison Ave, Ph2
New York, NY 100750172
(646) 209-6277
fax (212) 794-3614
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 22, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #205226
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679537450. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
284
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$33,254
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 161 | 22 | $117 | |
90838 |
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 1 hour | 123 | 18 | $117 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 203 peers in New York Psychiatry Physician, average services per provider: 149. This provider delivers 1.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
127
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$1,866
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venlafaxine Hcl ER (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $368 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 20 | 0 | $91 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 17 | 0 | $295 |
| Bupropion Hcl SR (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $458 |
| Citalopram Hbr (Citalopram Hydrobromide) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $191 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 13 | 0 | $66 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 12 | 0 | $222 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $175 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Margaret Altemus's medical specialty?
Dr. Margaret Altemus practices Psychiatry Physician in New York, NY.
Where does Dr. Margaret Altemus practice?
Dr. Margaret Altemus practices at 1044 Madison Ave, New York, NY 100750172. Office phone: 6462096277.
What is Dr. Margaret Altemus's NPI?
Dr. Margaret Altemus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679537450, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Margaret Altemus accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Margaret Altemus accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Margaret Altemus commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit (HCPCS 90838). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.