14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schiffner, Radiation Oncologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Daniel Schiffner, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Schiffner graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University Of California, Irvine. Dr. Schiffner is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schiffner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schiffner’s office at (650) 321-4121.
Where did Dr. Schiffner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of California, Irvine | University California
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Schiffner board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Schiffner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Schiffner speak?
Dr. Schiffner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Schiffner typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Schiffner 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. Schiffner. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- History of Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Past Radiation Treatment
- Previous Radiotherapy
- History of Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z923: Personal history of irradiation
Also known as:
- History of prostate cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Past prostate cancer
- Prostate cancer survivor
- Previous prostatic malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Schiffner typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Schiffner may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Schiffner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schiffner accept my insurance?
Dr. Schiffner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 321-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schiffner accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Schiffner in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Schiffner's office located?
Dr. Daniel Schiffner's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 321-4121
What is Dr. Schiffner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schiffner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972791671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schiffner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schiffner
What is Dr. Daniel Schiffner's specialty?
Dr. Schiffner is a Radiation Oncologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Daniel Schiffner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schiffner is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Eden Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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 Daniel Schiffner accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Schiffner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Schiffner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schiffner's office at (650) 321-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Schiffner?
Please contact Dr. Schiffner's office at (650) 321-4121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Schiffner have?
Dr. Daniel Schiffner is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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