Summary

Dr. Jaime Altamirano is an internal medicine physician who graduated from the University of Nebraska and completed his medical training at Creighton School of Medicine, finishing his residency in 1999. With three decades of experience in internal medicine, he provides comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of medical conditions. Dr. Altamirano is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations effectively.

He practices at Encino Hospital Medical Center with locations in Mission Hills and Long Beach, California. Dr. Altamirano specializes in managing high blood pressure, including emergency situations involving dangerously elevated blood pressure levels. His expertise includes ordering and interpreting essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and kidney function assessments to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Altamirano highly, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 30 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Creighton School of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Jaime A Altamirano has 2 locations

Optum-Mission Hills

11600 Indian Hills RdMission Hills, CA 91345

Optum-Atlantic Specialty

2699 Atlantic AveLong Beach, CA 90806

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jaime A Altamirano

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareMore
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - IPA
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - IPA
  • Optum Health - Medicare
  • Premier Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Jaime A Altamirano has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Jaime A Altamirano has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Jaime A Altamirano holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Creighton School of Medicine in 1999.

Internship

Completed their internship at Creighton School of Medicine in 1997.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Nebraska in 1996.

NPI Number

Jaime A Altamirano's NPI number is 1689680092.

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Which hospitals is Jaime Altamirano affiliated with?
Jaime Altamirano is affiliated with Encino Hospital Medical Center.

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