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DR. DUANE ROBERT SCHAFER DDS
NPI 1043211899
Dentist - Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology in Richmond, VA

Active since August 02, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
520 N 12TH ST RM 315, RICHMOND, VA 23298(804) 828-5687(804) 828-6234 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 31, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 31, 2019, Oct 31, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Duane Robert Schafer Dds NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. DUANE ROBERT SCHAFER DDS (NPI 1043211899) is an individual oral and maxillofacial pathology provider in Richmond, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (041412314) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1043211899
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy1223P0106X
Provider Legal NameDR. DUANE ROBERT SCHAFERCredential: DDS
Location Address520 N 12TH ST RM 315Richmond, VA 23298-5064
Mailing AddressPo Box 8887Greenville, TX 75404-8887 · (254) 212-1253 · Fax (866) 399-2814
Phone(804) 828-5687
Fax(804) 828-6234
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateAugust 2, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 31, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1043211899 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDentist · Oral and Maxillofacial PathologyDental Providers
Taxonomy Code1223P0106X
Licenses✔ Licensed in VA · 041412314✔ Licensed in PA · DSO23468L✔ Licensed in TN · DS0000010158
Definition
The specialty of dentistry and discipline of pathology that deals with the nature, identification, and management of diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions. It is a science that investigates the causes, processes, and effects of these diseases. The practice of oral and maxillofacial pathology includes research and diagnosis of diseases using clinical, radiographic, microscopic, biochemical, or other examinations.
520 N 12TH ST RM 315, Richmond, VA 23298
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Duane Robert Schafer Dds is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2860731676
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190221002674
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
1,365 services630 patients
Preparation of tissue for examination by removing any calcium present 88311
This procedure involves treating tissue samples to remove any calcium, which can interfere with the examination. The tissue is soaked in a special solution that safely dissolves the calcium, leaving the tissue intact for accurate analysis. This helps in making precise diagnoses.
58 services28 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
27 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23298 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$86.88 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.72 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.08 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $17.52 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Duane Schafer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Duane Schafer is 1043211899. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 2, 2005.

Where is Duane Schafer located?

Duane Schafer practices at 520 N 12th St Rm 315, Richmond, VA 23298. The listed phone number is (804) 828-5687.

What is Duane Schafer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dentist, specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, with taxonomy code 1223P0106X.

Is Duane Schafer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Duane Schafer is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Duane Schafer was last updated on January 31, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.