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Who is Dr. Shaffer, Internist in Bloomington, MN?
Dr. William Shaffer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shaffer graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shaffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaffer’s office at (952) 428-1800.
Where did Dr. Shaffer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Internal Medicine | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Is Dr. Shaffer board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. William 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 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shaffer typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. William 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 (952) 428-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaffer accept in Bloomington, MN?
Dr. Shaffer in Bloomington, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medica Group
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Where is Dr. Shaffer's office located?
Dr. William Shaffer's Primary Practice
7920 Old Cedar Ave S
Bloomington, MN 55425
(952) 428-1800
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 1073548459.
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. William Shaffer's specialty?
Dr. Shaffer is a Internist near Bloomington, MN.
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. William Shaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shaffer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is William Shaffer accepting new patients in Bloomington, MN?
Yes, Dr. William Shaffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Shaffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (952) 428-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Shaffer?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (952) 428-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Shaffer have?
Dr. William Shaffer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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