Who is Dr. Schaefer, Clinical Geneticist in Springdale, AR?
Dr. Gerald Schaefer, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Springdale, AR. Dr. Schaefer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaefer’s office.
What languages does Dr. Schaefer speak?
Dr. Schaefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Schaefer typically treat?
As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Schaefer 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. Schaefer. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Multiple Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Complex congenital anomalies
- Multiple congenital anomalies
- Syndromic birth defects
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q897: Multiple congenital malformations, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
- Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
- hEDS
- EDS Type 3
- Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q7962: Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Schaefer typically perform?
As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Schaefer may include:
- Biochemical Genetics Consultation
- Biochemical Genetics Follow Up
- Enzyme Replacement Therapy
- Genetic Testing
- Metabolic Assessment and Management
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schaefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schaefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaefer accept in Springdale, AR?
Dr. Schaefer in Springdale, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Humana
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Schaefer's office located?
What is Dr. Schaefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225089204.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaefer
What is Dr. Gerald Schaefer's specialty?
Dr. Schaefer is a Clinical Geneticist near Springdale, AR.
What does a Clinical Geneticist do?
A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.
Is this Dr. Gerald Schaefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Schaefer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. 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 Gerald Schaefer accepting new patients in Springdale, AR?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Schaefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Schaefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Schaefer?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
<section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>
Connect with DR. Schaefer
2601 Gene George Blvd
Springdale, AR 72762