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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schipper, Cardiologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. James Schipper, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Schipper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schipper’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schipper’s office at (916) 973-5000.
Is Dr. Schipper board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Schipper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schipper speak?
Dr. Schipper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schipper treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Schipper 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. Schipper. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Schipper perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Schipper may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schipper's office.
Does Dr. Schipper accept my insurance?
Dr. Schipper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 973-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schipper accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Schipper in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Schipper's office located?
What is Dr. Schipper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schipper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477744514.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schipper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schipper
What is Dr. James Schipper's specialty?
Dr. Schipper is a Cardiologist near Sacramento, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Schipper to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Schipper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schipper is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital, UC Davis Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is James Schipper accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Schipper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Schipper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schipper's office at (916) 973-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Schipper?
Please contact Dr. Schipper's office at (916) 973-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Schipper have?
Dr. James Schipper is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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