Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheffer, Infectious Disease Specialist in Sellersville, PA?
Dr. Ian Sheffer, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Sellersville, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sheffer completed his residency at Temple University Hospital. Dr. Sheffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheffer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheffer’s office at (215) 257-8450.
Where did Dr. Sheffer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Temple University Hospital
Residency: Temple University Hospital
Medical School: Temple University
What languages does Dr. Sheffer speak?
Dr. Sheffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sheffer treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Sheffer 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. Sheffer. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Sheffer perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ian Sheffer may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sheffer's office.
Does Dr. Sheffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 257-8450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheffer accept in Sellersville, PA?
Dr. Sheffer in Sellersville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sheffer's office located?
What is Dr. Sheffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356635999.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheffer
What is Dr. Ian Sheffer's specialty?
Dr. Sheffer is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Sellersville, PA.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Sheffer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ian Sheffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheffer is affiliated with Jefferson Lansdale Hospital, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Quakertown Campus 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Ian Sheffer accepting new patients in Sellersville, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ian Sheffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ian Sheffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheffer's office at (215) 257-8450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ian Sheffer?
Please contact Dr. Sheffer's office at (215) 257-8450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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