Summary

Dr. Altesman graduated from the Suny School of Medicine - Buffalo, Ny. He works in San Luis Obispo, CA and specializes in Psychiatry.

Quick Facts

  • 2.9
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • SUNY School of Medicine - Buffalo, NY
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Pacific Psychiatry, Inc

1304 Ella St Ste B2San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Richard Ira Altesman, MDMarianna Jong, PMHNP-BCGregory Michas, DOAmarachi Igwe, NP
PsychiatryPsychiatryPsychiatryPsychiatry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.9 
4.9 
13 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Luis Obispo , CASimi Valley , CAWalnut Creek , CABellflower , CA
Med School: SUNY School of Medicine - Buffalo, NY Med School: Western University of Health Sciences Med School: Walden University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Ira Altesman

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • ATRIO Health Plans
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Universal American
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Richard Ira Altesman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Richard Ira Altesman has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Clinical Depression
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from SUNY School of Medicine - Buffalo, NY.

NPI Number

Richard Ira Altesman's NPI number is 1730292350.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Richard Altesman's office located?
Richard Altesman's office is located at 1304 Ella St Ste B2, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401.
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