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Who is Dr. Schoifet, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Alexander Schoifet, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Schoifet is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schoifet’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schoifet’s office at (434) 924-9333.
What languages does Dr. Schoifet speak?
Dr. Schoifet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Schoifet typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Schoifet 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. Schoifet. 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:
- Cancer pain
- Pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Agitation
- Feeling on edge
ICD-10 Codes:
- R451: Restlessness and agitation
Also known as:
- Anorexia
- Eating Disorder
- Loss of appetite
- Lack of desire to eat
- Eating disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R630: Anorexia
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Schoifet typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Schoifet may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Schoifet's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schoifet accept my insurance?
Dr. Schoifet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-9333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schoifet accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Schoifet in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schoifet's office located?
Dr. Alexander Schoifet's Primary Practice
1240 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(434) 924-9333
What is Dr. Schoifet's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schoifet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154900066.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schoifet?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schoifet
What is Dr. Alexander Schoifet's specialty?
Dr. Schoifet is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Charlottesville, VA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Alexander Schoifet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schoifet is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Schoifet accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Schoifet is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Schoifet offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schoifet's office at (434) 924-9333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Schoifet?
Please contact Dr. Schoifet's office at (434) 924-9333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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