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Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Harbor City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shiffer, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Harbor City, CA?

    Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Harbor City, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shiffer graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Cytopathology; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Shiffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shiffer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shiffer’s office at (818) 719-2000.

    Where did Dr. Shiffer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Cytopathology; Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shiffer board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Shiffer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Shiffer typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Shiffer 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. Shiffer. 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:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Shiffer typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shiffer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shiffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shiffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 719-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shiffer accept in Harbor City, CA?

    Dr. Shiffer in Harbor City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shiffer's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer's Primary Practice

    25825 Vermont Ave

    Harbor City, CA 90710

    (818) 719-2000

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    Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer's Practice 2

    5601 De Soto Ave

    Woodland Hills, CA 91367

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

    Dr. Shiffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629126537.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shiffer?

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

    What is Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer's specialty?

    Dr. Shiffer is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Harbor City, CA.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shiffer is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer accepting new patients in Harbor City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shiffer's office at (818) 719-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer?

    Please contact Dr. Shiffer's office at (818) 719-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shiffer's office located?

    Dr. Shiffer's offices are located in Harbor City, CA and Woodland Hills, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer have?

    Dr. Jeffrey Shiffer is certified by the American Board of Pathology.