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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaffer, Internist in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Robert Shaffer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY. 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 (315) 471-8388.
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 Internist like Dr. Shaffer typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shaffer typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Shaffer may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (315) 471-8388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaffer accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Shaffer in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shaffer's office located?
Dr. Robert Shaffer's Primary Practice
1000 E Genesee St Ste 500
Syracuse, NY 13210
(315) 471-8388
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 1346869138.
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. Robert Shaffer's specialty?
Dr. Shaffer is a Internist near Syracuse, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Robert Shaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaffer is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital, St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny, Cayuga 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Robert Shaffer accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Shaffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Shaffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (315) 471-8388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Shaffer?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (315) 471-8388 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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