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Who is Dr. Shafton, Cardiologist in Brighton, CO?
Dr. Asher Shafton, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Brighton, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shafton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafton’s office at (412) 647-3429.
Is Dr. Shafton board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Asher Shafton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shafton speak?
Dr. Shafton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shafton treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Shafton 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. Shafton. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shafton perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Asher Shafton may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shafton's office.
Does Dr. Shafton accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-3429 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafton accept in Brighton, CO?
Dr. Shafton in Brighton, 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
AmeriBen
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Shafton's office located?
Dr. Asher Shafton's Primary Practice
1600 Prairie Center Pkwy
Brighton, CO 80601
(412) 647-3429
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Asher Shafton?
Dr. Shafton has appointments available at his Brighton, CO office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Shafton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295964187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafton
What is Dr. Asher Shafton's specialty?
Dr. Shafton is a Cardiologist near Brighton, CO. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Shafton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Asher Shafton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shafton is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Lutheran Hospital, Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph Hospital, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Asher Shafton accepting new patients in Brighton, CO?
Yes, Dr. Asher Shafton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asher Shafton offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shafton, or call (412) 647-3429 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Asher Shafton?
Please contact Dr. Shafton's office at (412) 647-3429 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Asher Shafton have?
Dr. Asher Shafton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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