Dr. James Shaffer, MD
Critical Care Internist
,Neurocritical Care Specialist
,Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist
,Neurologist
Cookeville, TN
27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaffer, Critical Care Internist in Cookeville, TN?
Dr. James Shaffer, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Cookeville, TN. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Shaffer completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Shaffer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaffer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaffer’s office at (321) 434-9563.
Where did Dr. Shaffer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States
Is Dr. Shaffer board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Shaffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shaffer speak?
Dr. Shaffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Shaffer typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Shaffer 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. Shaffer. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Shaffer typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Shaffer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shaffer. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 434-9563 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaffer accept in Cookeville, TN?
Dr. Shaffer in Cookeville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shaffer's office located?
Dr. James Shaffer's Primary Practice
145 W 4th St Ste 201
Cookeville, TN 38501
(321) 434-9563
What is Dr. Shaffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801859368.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaffer
What is Dr. James Shaffer's specialty?
Dr. Shaffer is a Critical Care Internist near Cookeville, TN.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. James Shaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaffer is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is James Shaffer accepting new patients in Cookeville, TN?
Yes, Dr. James Shaffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Shaffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (321) 434-9563 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Shaffer?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (321) 434-9563 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Shaffer have?
Dr. James Shaffer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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