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Dr. Steven Schafer, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Valencia, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schafer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Valencia, CA?

    Dr. Steven Schafer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Valencia, CA. Dr. Schafer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schafer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schafer’s office at (216) 778-4486.

    What languages does Dr. Schafer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schafer typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schafer 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. Schafer. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schafer typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Schafer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Schafer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schafer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 778-4486 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schafer accept in Valencia, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schafer's office located?

    Dr. Steven Schafer's Primary Practice

    23845 McBean Pkwy

    Valencia, CA 91355

    (216) 778-4486

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

    Dr. Schafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427476928.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schafer?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Schafer's specialty?

    Dr. Schafer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Valencia, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Steven Schafer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schafer is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Steven Schafer accepting new patients in Valencia, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Schafer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Schafer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schafer's office at (216) 778-4486 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Schafer?

    Please contact Dr. Schafer's office at (216) 778-4486 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schafer's office located?

    Dr. Schafer's office is located in Valencia, CA.