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Dr. Michael Schaufele, MD

Dr. Michael Schaufele, MD

Atlanta, GA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schaufele, Physiatrist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Michael Schaufele, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Schaufele graduated from Johann Wolfgang Goethe University - GERMANY and completed his residency at Spaulding Rehab Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Spectrum Hlth-Blodgett Campus, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Schaufele is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaufele’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaufele’s office at (404) 847-9999.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schaufele?

    Dr. Michael Schaufele, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schaufele empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Spine and Orthopedic Care, Pain Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Schaufele is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Schaufele go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Spaulding Rehab Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Spectrum Hlth-Blodgett Campus, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University Wurzburg, Med Fak, Wurzburg, Germany | Johann Wolfgang Goethe University - GERMANY | Goethe-Universit‰t Frankfurt am Main Fachbereich Medizin

    Is Dr. Schaufele board certified in Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Schaufele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Schaufele speak?

    Dr. Schaufele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Schaufele treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Schaufele 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. Schaufele. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Thoracic Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
    • Thoracic Radiculopathy
    • Upper Back Nerve Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
    • M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Occipital Neuralgia
    • Headache
    • Nerve Pain in Back of Head
    • Occipital Nerve Pain
    • Neuralgia of the Head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5481: Occipital neuralgia

    Does Dr. Schaufele accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schaufele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 847-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schaufele accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Schaufele in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Schaufele's office located?

    Resurgens Orthopaedics

    Resurgens Orthopaedics

    5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Suite 900

    Atlanta, GA 30342

    (404) 847-9999

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    What is Dr. Schaufele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Schaufele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639271331.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaufele?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaufele

    What is Dr. Michael Schaufele's specialty?

    Dr. Schaufele is a Physiatrist near Atlanta, GA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Schaufele to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Schaufele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schaufele is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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

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    Is Michael Schaufele accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Schaufele is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Schaufele offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schaufele's office at (404) 847-9999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Schaufele?

    Please contact Dr. Schaufele's office at (404) 847-9999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Schaufele have?

    Dr. Michael Schaufele is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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