Summary

Dr. Joseph Altongy is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in surgical treatment of bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency training at Mount Sinai Medical Center. With 46 years of clinical experience, Dr. Altongy brings extensive knowledge to his orthopedic practice. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Altongy practices in Bluffton, South Carolina, and maintains an affiliation with Overlook Medical Center. His expertise includes treating collarbone fractures, joint pain, and rotator cuff injuries. He performs diagnostic procedures such as arthrograms and chest X-rays to help evaluate patient conditions. Patients have given Dr. Altongy an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 46 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Charles J Nivens Md Pa

3 PLANTATION PARK DR STE ABLUFFTON, SC 29910
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Francis Altongy

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Francis Altongy has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Francis Altongy has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Joseph Francis Altongy holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Altongy's NPI number is 1053367417.

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