Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Altman, MD
Urology Physician (CMS: Urology) · Philadelphia, PA
- NPI 1134123102
- Accepts Medicare
- 43 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1342 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 191113729
(215) 745-1612
fax (215) 745-8319 - Mailing address
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Po Box 8500-6335
Philadelphia, PA 191786335
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 20, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1983 — 43 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208800000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD033441E
- Medicaid
- PA #0011714600005
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134123102. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,914
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$164,373
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 1,080 | 633 | $2 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 638 | 481 | $94 | |
51798 |
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | 479 | 295 | $11 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 406 | 281 | $131 | |
52000 |
Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | 62 | 53 | $255 | |
51702 |
Simple insertion of temporary bladder tube | 60 | 15 | $65 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 57 | 57 | $173 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 57 | 29 | $81 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 42 | 42 | $117 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 33 | 32 | $134 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 40 peers in Philadelphia Urology Physician, average services per provider: 114. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$347
Transactions
17
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astellas Pharma US INC | 5 | $125.92 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 4 | $78.69 | |
| Myriad Genetic Laboratories, INC. | 3 | $52.54 | |
| Ferring Pharmaceuticals INC. | 2 | $31.72 | |
| ConvaTec INC. | 1 | $26.01 | |
| Endo USA, INC. | 1 | $19.11 | |
| Sumitomo Pharma America, INC. | 1 | $13.21 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,478
Patients
909
Total drug cost
$475,013
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | Generic | 1,292 | 307 | $28,878 |
| Myrbetriq (Mirabegron) | Brand | 661 | 137 | $393,596 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 575 | 119 | $7,752 |
| Alfuzosin Hcl ER (Alfuzosin Hcl) | Brand | 165 | 35 | $3,744 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | Generic | 148 | 27 | $13,228 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | Generic | 147 | 37 | $9,516 |
| Dutasteride | Generic | 83 | 22 | $3,795 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 77 | 59 | $339 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 66 | 55 | $479 |
| Tolterodine Tartrate ER (Tolterodine Tartrate) | Brand | 53 | 13 | $6,242 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Altman's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Altman practices Urology Physician in Philadelphia, PA.
Where does Dr. Howard Altman practice?
Dr. Howard Altman practices at 1342 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 191113729. Office phone: 2157451612.
What is Dr. Howard Altman's NPI?
Dr. Howard Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134123102, 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: Automated urinalysis test (HCPCS 81003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding (HCPCS 51798). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.