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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schafer, Neurologist in Carmichael, CA?
Dr. John Schafer, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Carmichael, CA. Dr. Schafer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schafer’s office at (916) 733-5701.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schafer?
Dr. John Schafer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schafer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Multiple Sclerosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Carmichael, CA community, Dr. Schafer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Schafer speak?
Dr. Schafer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Schafer typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Schafer 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. Schafer. 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Schafer typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Schafer may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Schafer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schafer accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Schafer's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Schafer's office located?
What is Dr. Schafer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902985393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schafer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schafer
What is Dr. John Schafer's specialty?
Dr. Schafer is a Neurologist near Carmichael, CA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. John Schafer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schafer is affiliated with Mercy General 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
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Is John Schafer accepting new patients in Carmichael, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Schafer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Schafer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schafer's office at (916) 733-5701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Schafer?
Please contact Dr. Schafer's office at (916) 733-5701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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