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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaffer, Anesthesiologist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Brett Shaffer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shaffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaffer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaffer’s office at (704) 749-5801.
What languages does Dr. Shaffer speak?
Dr. Shaffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shaffer treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shaffer 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. Shaffer. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does Dr. Shaffer perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shaffer 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. Shaffer. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 749-5801 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaffer accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Shaffer in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Shaffer's office located?
Dr. Brett Shaffer's Primary Practice
3735 Glenlake Dr Ste 250
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 749-5801
What is Dr. Shaffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407242944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaffer
What is Dr. Brett Shaffer's specialty?
Dr. Shaffer is a Anesthesiologist near Charlotte, NC. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Shaffer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brett Shaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaffer is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Novant Health Huntersville 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Brett Shaffer accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Brett Shaffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Shaffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (704) 749-5801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Shaffer?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (704) 749-5801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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