Dr. Christopher C Shaffer

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 14+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Christopher C Shaffer, MD, is a Pulmonary Disease specialist in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine in 2010, having over 14 years of diverse experience, especially in Pulmonary Disease. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Carlisle Regional Medical Center, Holy Spirit Hospital, Memorial Hospital, Milton S Hershey Medical Center, Pinnacle Health Hospitals. Dr. Christopher C Shaffer also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Pulmonary And Critical Care Medicine Associates. Dr. Christopher C Shaffer accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (717) 234-2561 to request Dr. Christopher C Shaffer the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 1631 N Front St
Harrisburg, PA 17102-2435

Phone 1: (717) 234-2561

Fax: (717) 236-1121
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Christopher C Shaffer
Gender Male
PECOS ID 1355663840
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Pulmonary Disease (primary specialty)
  • Critical Care (Intensivists)

Experience

  • Over 14 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Christopher C Shaffer attended and graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine in 2010.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1598085094
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, June 7, 2010
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, April 14, 2016

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Christopher C Shaffer

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Christopher C Shaffer has been primarily specialized in Pulmonary Disease for over 14 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Pulmonary Disease
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    Pulmonary Disease
    An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
  • Internal Medicine / Critical Care Medicine
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    Critical Care Medicine
    An internist who diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Hospitalist
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    Hospitalist
    Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Pulmonary And Critical Care Medicine Associates


Practice Locations

1631 N Front St
Harrisburg, PA 17102-2435
Phone: (717) 234-2561
Fax: (717) 236-1121
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, July 6, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, April 14, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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