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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaffner, Nephrologist in Riverton, UT?
Dr. James Shaffner, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Riverton, UT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shaffner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaffner’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaffner’s office at (385) 350-8500.
What languages does Dr. Shaffner speak?
Dr. Shaffner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shaffner treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Shaffner 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. Shaffner. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Low Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
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:
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Metabolic Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Long-Term Acidosis
- Persistent Acid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8722: Chronic metabolic acidosis
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Which procedures does Dr. Shaffner perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Shaffner may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shaffner's office.
Does Dr. Shaffner accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaffner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (385) 350-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaffner accept in Riverton, UT?
Dr. Shaffner in Riverton, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
State of Utah
UnitedHealthcare
University of Utah
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Where is Dr. Shaffner's office located?
Dr. James Shaffner's Primary Practice
12523 S Creek Meadow Rd Ste 111
Riverton, UT 84065
(385) 350-8500
What is Dr. Shaffner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaffner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811375298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaffner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaffner
What is Dr. James Shaffner's specialty?
Dr. Shaffner is a Nephrologist near Riverton, UT. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Shaffner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Shaffner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaffner is affiliated with Intermountain Medical Center, St. Mark's Hospital - Salt Lake City, Ut, Lds Hospital, Lone Peak Hospital, Commonspirit - Holy Cross Hospital - Jordan Valley 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 James Shaffner accepting new patients in Riverton, UT?
Yes, Dr. James Shaffner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Shaffner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaffner's office at (385) 350-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Shaffner?
Please contact Dr. Shaffner's office at (385) 350-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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