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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schaefer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, MO?
Dr. Donald Schaefer, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, MO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Schaefer is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaefer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaefer’s office at (417) 257-6789.
What languages does Dr. Schaefer speak?
Dr. Schaefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schaefer typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schaefer typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Schaefer may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (417) 257-6789 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaefer accept in Houston, MO?
Dr. Schaefer in Houston, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CoxHealth
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schaefer's office located?
Dr. Donald Schaefer's Primary Practice
1333 S Sam Houston Blvd
Houston, MO 65483
(417) 257-6789
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 1568405413.
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. Donald Schaefer's specialty?
Dr. Schaefer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, MO.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Donald Schaefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schaefer is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield, Cox Medical Center South, University Hospital - Mu Health Care, Phelps Health Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donald Schaefer accepting new patients in Houston, MO?
Yes, Dr. Donald Schaefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Schaefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at (417) 257-6789 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Schaefer?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at (417) 257-6789 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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