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Dr. Howard Altman, MD is an Urologic Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. They specialize in Urologic Oncology, has 41 years of experience, and is board certified in Urology. They graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College and is affiliated with Jefferson Frankford Hospital and Jefferson Torresdale Hospital. Dr. Altman, completed a residency at University of Pennsylvania. Patients rated Dr. Altman an average 4.8 star rating.
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Urological Associates PC1342 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111 Directions (215) 240-8993
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Gonorrhea Screening
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Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
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Syphilis Screening
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Insurance Accepted
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- Cigna
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- Health Net
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- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
- Humana
- MultiPlan
- QualCare
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8
Average provider rating
Based on 498 ratings
Patient Ratings (498)
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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About Dr. Howard Altman, MD
Specialties*
- Urologic Oncology
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Years of Experience
- 41 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
Languages Spoken
Gender
- Male
Gender
NPI Number
- 1134123102
NPI Number
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Education & Certifications
Residency
- University of Pennsylvania
Residency
Internship
- University of Pennsylvania
Internship
Medical Education
- Weill Cornell Medical College
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Urology
Board Certifications
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Hospital Affiliations
- Jefferson Frankford Hospital
- Jefferson Torresdale Hospital
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