27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaffer, Hospitalist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Todd Shaffer, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Shaffer completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Shaffer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaffer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaffer’s office at (816) 404-7600.
Where did Dr. Shaffer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | University Of Missouri Kansas City
Medical School: University of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo
Is Dr. Shaffer board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Todd Shaffer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 Dr. Shaffer treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Shaffer perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Todd Shaffer may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shaffer's office.
Does Dr. Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 404-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaffer accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Shaffer 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
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
FMH Benefit Services
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Trustmark Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Shaffer's office located?
Dr. Todd Shaffer's Primary Practice
7900 Lees Summit Rd
Kansas City, MO 64139
(816) 404-7600
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 1164487443.
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. Todd Shaffer's specialty?
Dr. Shaffer is a Hospitalist near Kansas City, MO. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Shaffer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Todd Shaffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaffer is affiliated with University Hospital - MU Health Care 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Todd Shaffer accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Todd Shaffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Todd Shaffer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (816) 404-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Todd Shaffer?
Please contact Dr. Shaffer's office at (816) 404-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Todd Shaffer have?
Dr. Todd Shaffer is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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