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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaffer, Infectious Disease Specialist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Rebecca Shaffer, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Shaffer completed her residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shaffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaffer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaffer’s office at (301) 588-2525.
Where did Dr. Shaffer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Shaffer board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Shaffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shaffer speak?
Dr. Shaffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shaffer typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Shaffer 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. Shaffer. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- Contact with STD
- Suspected STI exposure
- Sexual disease contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shaffer typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rebecca Shaffer may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 588-2525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaffer accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Shaffer in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shaffer's office located?
Dr. Rebecca Shaffer's Primary Practice
8630 Fenton St Ste 700
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 588-2525
What is Dr. Shaffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104932805.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaffer
What is Dr. Rebecca Shaffer's specialty?
Dr. Shaffer is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Silver Spring, MD.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Rebecca Shaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaffer is affiliated with Suburban 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rebecca Shaffer accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Shaffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Shaffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (301) 588-2525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Shaffer?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (301) 588-2525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rebecca Shaffer have?
Dr. Rebecca Shaffer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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