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Dr. Deborah Schaefer, DO

Dr. Deborah Schaefer, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Shoreham, NY

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schaefer, Family Medicine Specialist in Shoreham, NY?

    Dr. Deborah Schaefer, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shoreham, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Schaefer graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Southside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Schaefer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaefer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaefer’s office at (631) 585-5858.

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

    • Residency: Southside Hosp, Family Medicine | Southside Hospital

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Schaefer board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah Schaefer, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schaefer speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schaefer typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schaefer 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. Schaefer. 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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schaefer typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Schaefer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Schaefer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schaefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 585-5858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schaefer accept in Shoreham, NY?

    Dr. Schaefer in Shoreham, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Hippo Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schaefer's office located?

    Dr. Deborah Schaefer's Primary Practice

    45 Route 25A

    Shoreham, NY 11786

    (631) 585-5858

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    Dr. Deborah Schaefer's Practice 2

    203 Union Ave

    Holbrook, NY 11741

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

    Dr. Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124177399.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaefer?

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

    What is Dr. Deborah Schaefer's specialty?

    Dr. Schaefer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Shoreham, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Deborah Schaefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schaefer is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center, Mather Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center, Stony Brook University 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Deborah Schaefer accepting new patients in Shoreham, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah Schaefer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Deborah Schaefer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at (631) 585-5858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Deborah Schaefer?

    Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at (631) 585-5858 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schaefer's office located?

    Dr. Schaefer's offices are located in Shoreham, NY and Holbrook, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Schaefer have?

    Dr. Deborah Schaefer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.