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Dr. Shawn Safford, MD

Dr. Shawn Safford, MD

Pediatric Surgeon, Surgeon

Lemoyne, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Safford, Pediatric Surgeon in Lemoyne, PA?

    Dr. Shawn Safford, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lemoyne, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Safford completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, General Surgery. Dr. Safford is fluent in English and Norwegian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safford’s office at (540) 985-9812.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Pennstate Geisinger Hlth Sys, General Surgery | Duke University - School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Safford board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Safford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Safford speak?

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

    • English
    • Norwegian

    What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Safford typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Safford 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. Safford. 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:

    • Adolescent Scoliosis of Mid-Back
    • Scoliosis
    • Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
    • Scoliosis in Children and Teens
    • Thoracolumbar Adolescent Scoliosis
    • Teen Mid-Back Curve
    • Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M41125: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, thoracolumbar region

    What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Safford typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Shawn Safford may include:

    Please contact Dr. Safford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Safford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Safford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 985-9812 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Safford accept in Lemoyne, PA?

    Dr. Safford in Lemoyne, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Highmark Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • US Health Group

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    Where is Dr. Safford's office located?

    Dr. Shawn Safford's Primary Practice

    3 Walnut St Ste 205

    Lemoyne, PA 17043

    (540) 985-9812

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    Dr. Shawn Safford's Practice 2

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

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    Dr. Shawn Safford's Practice 3

    3551 N Broad St

    Philadelphia, PA 19140

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    What is Dr. Safford's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Safford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245227628.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safford?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safford

    What is Dr. Shawn Safford's specialty?

    Dr. Safford is a Pediatric Surgeon near Lemoyne, PA.

    What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?

    Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.

    Is Dr. Shawn Safford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Safford is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center 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 a Pediatric Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Surgeon. 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 Dr. Shawn Safford accepting new patients in Lemoyne, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Safford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shawn Safford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Safford's office at (540) 985-9812 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shawn Safford?

    Please contact Dr. Safford's office at (540) 985-9812 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Safford's office located?

    Dr. Safford's offices are located in Lemoyne, PA, Hershey, PA, and Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shawn Safford have?

    Dr. Shawn Safford is certified by the American Board of Surgery.