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Dr. Timothy Shafer, MD

Townshend, VT

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shafer, Family Medicine Specialist in Townshend, VT?

    Dr. Timothy Shafer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Townshend, VT. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Shafer completed his residency at Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Shafer is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafer’s office at (802) 365-4331.

    Where did Dr. Shafer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine

    Is Dr. Shafer board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Shafer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shafer speak?

    Dr. Shafer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Shafer treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shafer diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Shafer. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid-Induced Mood Disorder
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD
    • Opioid-related mood changes
    • Opioids and depression
    • Opioid-caused mood swings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1124: Opioid dependence with opioid-induced mood disorder

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Shafer perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Timothy Shafer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shafer's office.

    Does Dr. Shafer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shafer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 365-4331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shafer accept in Townshend, VT?

    Dr. Shafer in Townshend, VT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • DST Pharmacy Solutions

    • Health Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of Vermont

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shafer's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Shafer's Primary Practice

    185 Grafton Rd

    Townshend, VT 05353

    (802) 365-4331

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    What is Dr. Shafer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053301721.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafer

    What is Dr. Timothy Shafer's specialty?

    Dr. Shafer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Townshend, VT. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Shafer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Timothy Shafer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shafer is affiliated with Brattleboro Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Timothy Shafer accepting new patients in Townshend, VT?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Shafer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Shafer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shafer's office at (802) 365-4331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Timothy Shafer?

    Please contact Dr. Shafer's office at (802) 365-4331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Shafer have?

    Dr. Timothy Shafer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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