Summary

Dr. David Altman is a board-certified dermatologist and an expert in general and surgical dermatology, specializing in various skin conditions and treatments. He pursued undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan and then continued at the University of Michigan for medical school. He completed a year of Internal Medicine training at Northwestern University in Chicago, then finished his residency in Dermatology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.

Dr. Altman has been the chief of the Division of Dermatology at Ascension, St. John’s Macomb Hospital in Warren, MI, for the past 30 years. He also served for 17 years as a core teaching faculty member for the St. Joseph’s Mercy, Livingston, dermatology residency training program and as a clinical assistant professor at the Michigan State University School of Medicine.

He is also a member of the hospital staff at Corewell/Beaumont Hospital and Harper Hospital in Detroit. Dr. Altman is a past executive board member of the Michigan Dermatological Society, already serving as its president. He is the author of many academic publications, presentations, and textbook chapters. Dr. Altman has been named to numerous “Best Doctor” and “Top Doctor” lists, including the HOUR Detroit Magazine for many consecutive years.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Michigan Medical School
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Altman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • APWU
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Univera Healthcare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Zing Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Altman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Altman has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Contact Dermatitis
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Scleroderma
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University of Michigan Medical School

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Altman?
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What languages does Dr. David Altman speak?
Dr. David Altman speaks English.
Does Dr. David Altman accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. David Altman accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. David Altman's office located?
Dr. David Altman's office is located at 11900 E 12 Mile Rd, Warren, MI, 48093.
Is Dr. David Altman accepting new patients?
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