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Who is Dr. Shaeffer, Physiatrist in Indianola, IA?
Dr. Patrick Shaeffer, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Indianola, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shaeffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaeffer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaeffer’s office at (515) 241-6907.
What languages does Dr. Shaeffer speak?
Dr. Shaeffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shaeffer treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shaeffer 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. Shaeffer. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Which procedures does Dr. Shaeffer perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Patrick Shaeffer may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shaeffer's office.
Does Dr. Shaeffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaeffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 241-6907 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaeffer accept in Indianola, IA?
Dr. Shaeffer in Indianola, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Shaeffer's office located?
What is Dr. Shaeffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaeffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790214765.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaeffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaeffer
What is Dr. Patrick Shaeffer's specialty?
Dr. Shaeffer is a Physiatrist near Indianola, IA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Shaeffer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Patrick Shaeffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shaeffer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sterling Va Clinic. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Patrick Shaeffer accepting new patients in Indianola, IA?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Shaeffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Shaeffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaeffer's office at (515) 241-6907 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Shaeffer?
Please contact Dr. Shaeffer's office at (515) 241-6907 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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