Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Altman, MD
Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Allentown, PA
- NPI 1922097443
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 90.1 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 100
Allentown, PA 181036373
(610) 437-4134
fax (610) 433-9690
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 9, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZD0900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD046942L
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1922097443. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
8,768
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$630,849
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 7,122 | 3,960 | $68 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 657 | 343 | $81 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 472 | 409 | $95 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 335 | 238 | $106 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 116 | 104 | $40 | |
88313 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report | 52 | 42 | $77 | |
88344 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each multiplex procedure | 14 | 12 | $159 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Allentown Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician, average services per provider: 1,252. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$520
Transactions
24
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genzyme Corporation | 8 | $186.32 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 9 | $165.33 | |
| Amgen INC. | 4 | $88.54 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 1 | $30.46 | |
| Incyte Corporation | 1 | $29.29 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $20.35 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
381
Patients
84
Total drug cost
$33,437
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 163 | 48 | $4,065 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 67 | 17 | $934 |
| Myrbetriq (Mirabegron) | Brand | 39 | 0 | $24,532 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 28 | 19 | $119 |
| Silodosin | Generic | 19 | 0 | $1,614 |
| Dutasteride | Generic | 15 | 0 | $507 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | Generic | 14 | 0 | $315 |
| Oxybutynin Chloride | Generic | 13 | 0 | $123 |
| Tadalafil | Generic | 12 | 0 | $481 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $748 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Altman's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Altman practices Dermatopathology (Pathology) Physician in Allentown, PA.
Where does Dr. Howard Altman practice?
Dr. Howard Altman practices at 1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 100, Allentown, PA 181036373. Office phone: 6104374134.
What is Dr. Howard Altman's NPI?
Dr. Howard Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922097443, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Altman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Altman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Altman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure (HCPCS 88342). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.