Dr. Jochen Schaefer, MD
Dermatopathologist
,Surgeon
,Clinical Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schaefer, Dermatopathologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Jochen Schaefer, MD is a Dermatopathologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Schaefer graduated from Eberhard Karls Universit‰t T¸bingen Medizinische Fakult‰t and completed his residency at University Of California San Francisco. Dr. Schaefer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaefer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaefer’s office at 1877697244.
Where did Dr. Schaefer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of California San Francisco | Yale University Affiliated Hospitals | University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Eberhard Karls University Tuebingen Faculty of Medicine | Eberhard Karls Universit‰t T¸bingen Medizinische Fakult‰t
Is Dr. Schaefer board certified as a Dermatopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Jochen Schaefer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Schaefer speak?
Dr. Schaefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Schaefer typically treat?
As a Dermatopathologist, Dr. Schaefer 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. Schaefer. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Nail Dystrophy
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
Also known as:
- Nail Disorder
- Nail Disease
- Nail Problem
- Unspecified Nail Condition
- Fingernail Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L609: Nail disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other types of warts
- Warts
- Different kinds of warts
- Various warts
- Uncommon warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- B078: Other viral warts
Also known as:
- Pyoderma
- Skin Infection
- Pus-filled Skin Infection
- Bacterial Skin Disease
- Impetigo-like Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L080: Pyoderma
What procedures does a Dermatopathologist like Dr. Schaefer typically perform?
As a Dermatopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jochen Schaefer may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schaefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schaefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 1877697244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaefer accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Schaefer in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schaefer's office located?
What is Dr. Schaefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831356757.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaefer
What is Dr. Jochen Schaefer's specialty?
Dr. Schaefer is a Dermatopathologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Dermatopathologist do?
A dermatopathologist is a physician with specialized training in either pathology or dermatology. They focus on diagnosing and monitoring skin diseases, including infectious, immunologic, degenerative, and neoplastic conditions.
Is this Dr. Jochen Schaefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schaefer is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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
When to see a Dermatopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jochen Schaefer accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jochen Schaefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jochen Schaefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at 1877697244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jochen Schaefer?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at 1877697244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jochen Schaefer have?
Dr. Jochen Schaefer is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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