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Dr. David Schaffer, MD

Medical Toxicologist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Greenville, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schaffer, Medical Toxicologist in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. David Schaffer, MD is a Medical Toxicologist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC. Dr. Schaffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaffer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaffer’s office at (434) 243-6868.

    What languages does Dr. Schaffer speak?

    Dr. Schaffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Schaffer typically treat?

    As a Medical Toxicologist, Dr. Schaffer 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. Schaffer. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    What procedures does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Schaffer typically perform?

    As a Medical Toxicologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Schaffer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Schaffer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Schaffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-6868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schaffer accept in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Schaffer in Greenville, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schaffer's office located?

    Dr. David Schaffer's Primary Practice

    701 Grove Rd

    Greenville, SC 29605

    (434) 243-6868

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    What is Dr. Schaffer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Schaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982192456.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaffer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaffer

    What is Dr. David Schaffer's specialty?

    Dr. Schaffer is a Medical Toxicologist near Greenville, SC.

    What does a Medical Toxicologist do?

    Medical toxicologists are physicians with expertise in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and monitoring of injuries and illnesses caused from exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological or radiological agents. They are responsible to care in clinical, academic, governmental, and public health environments and often serve as leaders in poison control centers. Key focus areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug reactions, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, preparedness for terrorist threats, venomous bites and stings, and environmental or workplace exposures.

    Is Dr. David Schaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schaffer is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Pelham Medical Center, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center 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 Medical Toxicologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Toxicologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. David Schaffer accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?

    Yes, Dr. David Schaffer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Schaffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schaffer's office at (434) 243-6868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Schaffer?

    Please contact Dr. Schaffer's office at (434) 243-6868 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schaffer's office located?

    Dr. Schaffer's office is located in Greenville, SC.