40 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schaffer, Family Medicine Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Where did Dr. Schaffer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Margaret Mem Hosp, Family Medicine | LECOMT/UPMC St Margaret Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Schaffer board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schaffer speak?
Dr. Schaffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schaffer typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schaffer 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. Schaffer. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schaffer typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ted Schaffer may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Schaffer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 487-4422 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaffer accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Schaffer in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Schaffer's office located?
Dr. Ted Schaffer's Primary Practice
619 Mount Royal Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
(412) 487-4422
What hospitals are Dr. Schaffer affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Schaffer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Schaffer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639118219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaffer