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Dr. Angel Schaffer, MD

Los Angeles, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schaffer, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Angel Schaffer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Schaffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaffer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaffer’s office at (310) 325-5111.

    Is Dr. Schaffer board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Angel Schaffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schaffer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Schaffer treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schaffer 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. Schaffer. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
    • Patient Refused Vaccination
    • Vaccine Refusal
    • Patient Declined Vaccination
    • Unvaccinated by Choice
    • Vaccine refusal
    • Refusal to vaccinate
    • Immunization refusal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
    • Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    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 Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L8990: Pressure ulcer of unspecified site, unspecified stage

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Schaffer perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Angel Schaffer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schaffer's office.

    Does Dr. Schaffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schaffer accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Schaffer in Los Angeles, 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Cooperative Benefit Group

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Schaffer's office located?

    Dr. Angel Schaffer's Primary Practice

    4733 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (310) 325-5111

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    Dr. Angel Schaffer's Practice 2

    15546 S Western Ave

    Gardena, CA 90249

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    Dr. Angel Schaffer's Practice 3

    25825 Vermont Ave

    Harbor City, CA 90710

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

    Dr. Schaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285705269.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaffer?

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

    What is Dr. Angel Schaffer's specialty?

    Dr. Schaffer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Schaffer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Angel Schaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schaffer is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Angel Schaffer accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Angel Schaffer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Angel Schaffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schaffer's office at (310) 325-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Angel Schaffer?

    Please contact Dr. Schaffer's office at (310) 325-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Angel Schaffer have?

    Dr. Angel Schaffer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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