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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaffer, Hospitalist in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Elizabeth Shaffer, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shaffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaffer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaffer’s office at (417) 581-3548.
What languages does Dr. Shaffer speak?
Dr. Shaffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shaffer typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shaffer 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. Shaffer. 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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shaffer typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Shaffer may include:
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 581-3548 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaffer accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Shaffer in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shaffer's office located?
What is Dr. Shaffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437718483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaffer
What is Dr. Elizabeth Shaffer's specialty?
Dr. Shaffer is a Hospitalist near Springfield, MO.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Shaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaffer is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield, Menorah Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Lebanon 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Shaffer accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Shaffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Shaffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (417) 581-3548 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Shaffer?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (417) 581-3548 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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