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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. Dr. Schaffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaffer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schaffer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schaffer typically perform?

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

    Please contact Dr. Schaffer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Accountable Health Care IPA

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    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 Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 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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