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 2 additional practice locations. 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 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Sheffer typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Sheffer typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Sheffer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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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.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ian Sheffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheffer is affiliated with St. Luke’s University Health Network - Quakertown Campus, St. Luke's Grand View Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Pottstown Hospital, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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