Ms. Andrea C Schaffer
Physician Assistant in Urbandale, Iowa
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 30+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Ms. Andrea C Schaffer, PA, is a Physician Assistant specialist in Urbandale, Iowa. She graduated in 1994, having over 30 years of diverse experience, especially in Physician Assistant. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center-Des Moines. Ms. Andrea C Schaffer also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Iowa Arthritis And Osteoporosis Center Pc. Ms. Andrea C Schaffer accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (515) 331-0020 to request Ms. Andrea C Schaffer the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Andrea C Schaffer |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
8628965746 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Physician Assistant (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 30 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Physician Assistant (PA)
help Physician Assistant
Physician assistant, practice medicine on a team under the supervision of physicians and surgeons. They are formally educated to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses, and provide treatment.
Education and Training
- Ms. Andrea C Schaffer graduated in 1994.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1033226428
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She 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 - She 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.
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MHI - She 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 - She 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 Ms. Andrea C Schaffer
Medical Licenses
Ms. Andrea C Schaffer has been primarily specialized in Physician Assistant for over 30 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers / Physician Assistant
click for detail Physician Assistant A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
| 00964 | Iowa |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Des Moines, Iowa | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Des Moines, Iowa | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Iowa Arthritis And Osteoporosis Center Pc
| Iowa Arthritis And Osteoporosis Center Pc | 15 |
Practice Locations
8421 Plum Dr
Urbandale, IA 50322-7356
Phone: (515) 331-0020
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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