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Dr. Michael Schafer, MD

Grand Ledge, MI

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schafer, Family Medicine Specialist in Grand Ledge, MI?

    Dr. Michael Schafer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Ledge, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Schafer graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Family Medicine. Dr. Schafer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schafer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schafer’s office at (517) 913-4043.

    Where did Dr. Schafer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Family Medicine | University of Michigan Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Schafer board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Schafer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schafer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Schafer treat?

    As a Family 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Schafer perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Schafer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schafer's office.

    Does Dr. Schafer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schafer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (517) 913-4043 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schafer accept in Grand Ledge, MI?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Schafer's office located?

    Dr. Michael Schafer also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Michael Schafer's Primary Practice

    935 Charlevoix Dr Ste 200

    Grand Ledge, MI 48837

    (517) 913-4043

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    2 Mgl Dewitt Healthcare

    12805 Escanaba Dr

    Dewitt, MI 48820

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    Dr. Michael Schafer's Practice 3

    6465 Millennium

    Lansing, MI 48917

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    What is Dr. Schafer's NPI number?An 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 1629018635.

    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. Michael Schafer's specialty?

    Dr. Schafer is a Family Medicine Specialist near Grand Ledge, MI. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Schafer to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Schafer is affiliated with Mclaren Greater Lansing, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Michael Schafer accepting new patients in Grand Ledge, MI?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Schafer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schafer's office at (517) 913-4043 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Schafer?

    Please contact Dr. Schafer's office at (517) 913-4043 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Schafer have?

    Dr. Michael Schafer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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