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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schafer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. Phillip Schafer, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elkhart, IN. Dr. Schafer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schafer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schafer’s office at (574) 523-3160.
What languages does Dr. Schafer speak?
Dr. Schafer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schafer typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schafer 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. Schafer. 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Pleurisy
- Pleural Disorder
- Pleuritis
- Inflammation of lung lining
- Pleural inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R091: Pleurisy
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schafer typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Phillip Schafer 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. Schafer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schafer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schafer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 523-3160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schafer accept in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. Schafer in Elkhart, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Auxiant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CommuniCare Health Services
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schafer's office located?
What is Dr. Schafer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245556349.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schafer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schafer
What is Dr. Phillip Schafer's specialty?
Dr. Schafer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Elkhart, IN.
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. Phillip Schafer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schafer is affiliated with Elkhart General Hospital, Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Goshen Hospital, Iu Health Methodist 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Phillip Schafer accepting new patients in Elkhart, IN?
Yes, Dr. Phillip Schafer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Phillip Schafer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schafer's office at (574) 523-3160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Phillip Schafer?
Please contact Dr. Schafer's office at (574) 523-3160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Schafer
Elkhart Emergency Physicians Inc
600 East Blvd
Elkhart, IN 46514