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Who is Dr. Schaeffer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Thomas Schaeffer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Schaeffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaeffer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaeffer’s office at (214) 648-3111.
What languages does Dr. Schaeffer speak?
Dr. Schaeffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schaeffer treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schaeffer 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. Schaeffer. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Pelvic Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
- Lower belly pain
- Pain in lower abdomen
- Abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
- R1030: Lower abdominal pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Which procedures does Dr. Schaeffer perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Thomas Schaeffer may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schaeffer's office.
Does Dr. Schaeffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schaeffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 648-3111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaeffer accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Schaeffer in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Parkland Community Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schaeffer's office located?
Dr. Thomas Schaeffer's Primary Practice
1441 N Beckley Ave
Dallas, TX 75203
(214) 648-3111
Dr. Thomas Schaeffer's Practice 3
12801 Midway Rd Ste 503
Dallas, TX 75244
(972) 243-3304
What is Dr. Schaeffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schaeffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366976458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaeffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaeffer
What is Dr. Thomas Schaeffer's specialty?
Dr. Schaeffer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Dallas, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Schaeffer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Schaeffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Schaeffer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Thomas Schaeffer accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Schaeffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Schaeffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schaeffer's office at (214) 648-3111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Schaeffer?
Please contact Dr. Schaeffer's office at (214) 648-3111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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