Dr. Joseph J Shaffer
Dermatology in Woodbury, Minnesota
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 31+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Joseph J Shaffer, MD, is a Dermatology specialist in Woodbury, Minnesota. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1993, having over 31 years of diverse experience, especially in Dermatology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Abbott Northwestern Hospital. Dr. Joseph J Shaffer also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Dermatology Consultants, Pa. Dr. Joseph J Shaffer accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Contact Dr. Joseph J Shaffer at 587 Bielenberg Dr Ste 200 to request Dr. Joseph J Shaffer the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Joseph J Shaffer |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
6608856281 |
| 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
- Dermatology (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 31 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help 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. Joseph J Shaffer graduated from medical school in 1993.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1427167691
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, January 28, 2013
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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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.
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EHR - He does 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.
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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.
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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. Joseph J Shaffer
Medical Licenses
Dr. Joseph J Shaffer has been primarily specialized in Dermatology for over 31 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Dermatology
click for detail Dermatology A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
| 42452 | Minnesota |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Minneapolis, Minnesota | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Dermatology Consultants, Pa | 19 |
Practice Locations
587 Bielenberg Dr
Ste 200
Woodbury, MN 55125-1415
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
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Thursday, October 8, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Monday, January 28, 2013. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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