Dr. Sheldon Alter
Internal Medicine in Purchase, New York
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 63+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Sheldon Alter, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Purchase, New York. He attended and graduated from Chicago College Of Medicine And Surgery in 1961, having over 63 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Winifred Masterson Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, White Plains Hospital Center. Dr. Sheldon Alter also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Westchester Medical Group Pc. Dr. Sheldon Alter accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (914) 831-2900 to request Dr. Sheldon Alter the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Sheldon Alter |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
2769485325 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
- Nephrology
Experience
- Over 63 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Sheldon Alter attended and graduated from Chicago College Of Medicine And Surgery in 1961.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1427051143
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, May 27, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, January 21, 2016
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Sheldon Alter
Medical Licenses
Dr. Sheldon Alter has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 63 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 087681 | New York |
- Internal Medicine / Nephrology
click for detail Nephrology An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
| 087681 | New York |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| White Plains, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| White Plains, New York | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Westchester Medical Group Pc | 275 |
Practice Locations
3030 Westchester Ave
Purchase, NY 10577-2574
Phone: (914) 831-2900
Fax: (914) 831-2901
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
3020 Westchester Ave
Purchase, NY 10577-2510
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, February 6, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Thursday, January 21, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Sheldon Alter [NPI: 1427051143]Internal Medicine, Nephrology