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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schaffner, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Meredith Schaffner, DO is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schaffner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaffner’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaffner’s office at (319) 356-4422.
What languages does Dr. Schaffner speak?
Dr. Schaffner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schaffner treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Schaffner 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. Schaffner. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Organ-Limited Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis & Kidney Disease
- Localized Amyloidosis
- Amyloid Deposit in Organ
ICD-10 Codes:
- E854: Organ-limited amyloidosis
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
What procedures does Dr. Schaffner perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Schaffner performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Schaffner. 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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Schaffner accept my insurance?
Dr. Schaffner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-4422 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaffner accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Schaffner in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Schaffner's office located?
Dr. Meredith Schaffner's Primary Practice
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242
(319) 356-4422
What is Dr. Schaffner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schaffner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932468576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaffner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaffner
What is Dr. Meredith Schaffner's specialty?
Dr. Schaffner is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Iowa City, IA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Schaffner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Meredith Schaffner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schaffner is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Meredith Schaffner accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Meredith Schaffner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meredith Schaffner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schaffner's office at (319) 356-4422 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meredith Schaffner?
Please contact Dr. Schaffner's office at (319) 356-4422 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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