Summary

Dr. Richard Altman is a gastroenterologist with dual specialization in internal medicine who has practiced for over five decades. He earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and completed his residency through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. His extensive experience spans 52 years of patient care, and he is fluent in Chinese and Spanish to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Altman is affiliated with Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Lancaster and Ephrata, Pennsylvania. His practice locations include facilities in Lancaster, Ephrata, and Elizabethtown, providing convenient access for patients across the region. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.5
  • 52 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Slee Altman has 5 locations

Rgal

2112 Harrisburg Pike Ste 202Lancaster, PA 17601
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

Mid Atlantic Endoscopy Llc

4140 Oregon PikeEphrata, PA 17522
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

Rgal

426 Cloverleaf RdElizabethtown, PA 17022
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Regional Gastroenterology Associates Of Lancaster

2104 Harrisburg Pike Ste 300Lancaster, PA 17601

Rgal

690 Good Dr Fl 2Lancaster, PA 17601
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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Dr. Richard Slee Altman JR., MDDavid S. WeinbergMinhhuyen T. NguyenMalorie Simons
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.5 
4.1 
52 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English
Lancaster , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Slee Altman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Slee Altman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Slee Altman has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Altman's NPI number is 1689775413.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Altman affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Altman is affiliated with Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Richard Altman speak?
Dr. Richard Altman speaks Chinese and Spanish.

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