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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shafer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in French Camp, CA?
Dr. Katherine Shafer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in French Camp, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shafer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafer’s office at (209) 468-6300.
What languages does Dr. Shafer speak?
Dr. Shafer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shafer typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shafer typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Shafer may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Shafer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shafer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 468-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafer accept in French Camp, CA?
Dr. Shafer in French Camp, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shafer's office located?
Dr. Katherine Shafer's Primary Practice
500 W Hospital Rd
French Camp, CA 95231
(209) 468-6300
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 1932488160.
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. Katherine Shafer's specialty?
Dr. Shafer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near French Camp, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Katherine Shafer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shafer is affiliated with Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Eden 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Katherine Shafer accepting new patients in French Camp, CA?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Shafer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Shafer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shafer's office at (209) 468-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Shafer?
Please contact Dr. Shafer's office at (209) 468-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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