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Dr. Carol Schaffer, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Concord, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schaffer, Hospitalist in Concord, CA?

    Dr. Carol Schaffer, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Concord, CA. Dr. Schaffer graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schaffer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaffer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaffer’s office at (925) 674-2609.

    Where did Dr. Schaffer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny | University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

    What languages does Dr. Schaffer speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Schaffer typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Schaffer typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Carol 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 (925) 674-2609 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schaffer accept in Concord, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schaffer's office located?

    Dr. Carol Schaffer's Primary Practice

    2700 Grant St Ste 200

    Concord, CA 94520

    (925) 674-2609

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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 1871513226.

    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. Carol Schaffer's specialty?

    Dr. Schaffer is a Hospitalist near Concord, CA.

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

    Yes, Dr. Schaffer is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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

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    Is Dr. Carol Schaffer accepting new patients in Concord, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Carol Schaffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schaffer's office at (925) 674-2609 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Schaffer's office at (925) 674-2609 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schaffer's office located?

    Dr. Schaffer's office is located in Concord, CA.