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Dr. Saulena Shafer, DO

Glendale, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shafer, Neurologist in Glendale, AZ?

    Dr. Saulena Shafer, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Glendale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shafer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafer’s office at (708) 216-5332.

    What languages does Dr. Shafer speak?

    Dr. Shafer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shafer treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Shafer 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. Shafer. 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:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
    • Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
    • Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease
    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
    • G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Tremor
    • Unspecified Movement Disorder
    • Ataxia
    • Movement Disorder
    • Shaking
    • Involuntary Shaking
    • Essential Tremor
    • Parkinsonian Tremor
    • Extrapyramidal Disorder
    • Movement Problem
    • Loss of Coordination
    • Clumsiness
    • Balance Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R251: Tremor, unspecified
    • G259: Extrapyramidal and movement disorder, unspecified
    • R270: Ataxia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Dystonia
    • Drug-Induced Dyskinesia
    • Drug Reactions
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck
    • Muscle Spasm Disorder
    • Involuntary Muscle Contractions
    • Movement Disorder
    • Medication-Induced Movement Disorder
    • Tardive Dyskinesia
    • Drug Side Effect Dystonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis
    • G248: Other dystonia
    • G2401: Drug induced subacute dyskinesia

    Also known as:

    • Essential Tremor
    • Tremor
    • Essential tremor
    • Familial Tremor
    • Benign Essential Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G250: Essential tremor

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Lewy Body Dementia
    • Dementia with Lewy bodies
    • Dementia with Lewy Bodies
    • DLB
    • Lewy Body Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies

    Also known as:

    • Restless Legs Syndrome
    • Restless Legs
    • Restless legs syndrome
    • RLS
    • Willis-Ekbom Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G2581: Restless legs syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Dry Mouth
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Xerostomia
    • Lack of Saliva
    • Saliva Production Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does Dr. Shafer perform?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Shafer 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. Shafer. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Voice and Resonance Analysis
    • Voice Disorder Evaluation
    • Speech Resonance Assessment
    • Vocal Quality Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance

    Also known as:

    • Salivary Gland Nerve Treatment (Bilateral)
    • Botox for Salivary Glands
    • Chemodenervation of Salivary Glands
    • Parotid Gland Nerve Block
    • Submandibular Gland Nerve Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 64611: Chemodenervation of parotid and submandibular salivary glands, bilateral

    Does Dr. Shafer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shafer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 216-5332 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shafer accept in Glendale, AZ?

    Dr. Shafer in Glendale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Easy Choice Health Plan

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shafer's office located?

    Dr. Saulena Shafer's Primary Practice

    5605 W Eugie Ave

    Glendale, AZ 85304

    (708) 216-5332

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    Dr. Saulena Shafer's Practice 2

    240 W Thomas Rd # 301

    Phoenix, AZ 85013

    (602) 406-6262

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    Dr. Saulena Shafer's Practice 3

    2225 W Southern Ave

    Mesa, AZ 85202

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    What is Dr. Shafer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336460278.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafer

    What is Dr. Saulena Shafer's specialty?

    Dr. Shafer is a Neurologist near Glendale, AZ.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Saulena Shafer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shafer is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ, HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurologist?

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    Is Saulena Shafer accepting new patients in Glendale, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Saulena Shafer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Saulena Shafer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shafer's office at (708) 216-5332 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Saulena Shafer?

    Please contact Dr. Shafer's office at (708) 216-5332 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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