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Who is Dr. Shaffer, Neurologist in Fort Collins, CO?
Dr. William Shaffer, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Fort Collins, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shaffer graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at The University Hospital, Newark. He is a member of the Employee of the Month, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Golden Key National Honor Society. Dr. Shaffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaffer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaffer’s office at (970) 482-4373.
Where did Dr. Shaffer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: The University Hospital, Newark
Medical School: Rutgers
What languages does Dr. Shaffer speak?
Dr. Shaffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shaffer treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shaffer 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. Shaffer. 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
What procedures does Dr. Shaffer perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Shaffer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shaffer. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Does Dr. Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 482-4373 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaffer accept in Fort Collins, CO?
Dr. Shaffer in Fort Collins, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shaffer's office located?
Dr. William Shaffer's Primary Practice
2315 E Harmony Rd Ste 110
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 482-4373
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Employee of the Month, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Golden Key National Honor Society
Member
Awards
National Multiple Sclerosis Society Sylvia Lawry Physician Fellowship,
What is Dr. Shaffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801044722.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaffer
What is Dr. William Shaffer's specialty?
Dr. Shaffer is a Neurologist near Fort Collins, CO.
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.
Contact Dr. Shaffer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. William Shaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shaffer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Banner North Colorado Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 William Shaffer accepting new patients in Fort Collins, CO?
Yes, Dr. William Shaffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Shaffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (970) 482-4373 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Shaffer?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (970) 482-4373 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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