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Dr. Meredith Schaffner, DO
Waterloo, IA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schaffner, Medical Oncologist in Waterloo, IA?
Dr. Meredith Schaffner, DO is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Waterloo, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. 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 (971) 262-9500.
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 Medical Oncologist, 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Pulmonary 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
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
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:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Schaffner perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Meredith Schaffner may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schaffner's office.
Does Dr. Schaffner accept my insurance?
Dr. Schaffner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (971) 262-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaffner accept in Waterloo, IA?
Dr. Schaffner in Waterloo, 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
Continental Life Insurance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
Oregon Health & Science University
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Schaffner's office located?
Dr. Meredith Schaffner's Primary Practice
3530 W 4th St # C
Waterloo, IA 50701
(971) 262-9500
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 Medical Oncologist near Waterloo, IA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. 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
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Is Meredith Schaffner accepting new patients in Waterloo, 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 (971) 262-9500 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 (971) 262-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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