19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaeffer, Radiation Oncologist in Kansas City, MO?
Where did Dr. Shaeffer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Kansas (Wichita) Program
Medical School: University of Wales in Great Britain
What languages does Dr. Shaeffer speak?
Dr. Shaeffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- German
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Shaeffer typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Shaeffer 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. Shaeffer. 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:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Glottic Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C320: Malignant neoplasm of glottis
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Shaeffer typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Shaeffer 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. Shaeffer. 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:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Shaeffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaeffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 698-8290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaeffer accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Shaeffer in Kansas City, MO 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
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Shaeffer's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Shaeffer affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shaeffer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shaeffer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaeffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588627756.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaeffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaeffer