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DR. FRAUKE C SCHAEFER M.D.
NPI 1407894496
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Chapel Hill, NC

Active since June 03, 2006Opted out of Medicare · through Jul 1, 2027
1709 LEGION RD, SUITE 225, CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517(919) 357-7204(919) 969-1496 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Frauke C Schaefer M.d. NPPES

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

DR. FRAUKE C SCHAEFER M.D. (NPI 1407894496) is an individual psychiatry provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. She has opted out of Medicare through July 1, 2027 and remains eligible to order and refer.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1407894496
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. FRAUKE C SCHAEFERCredential: M.D.
Location Address1709 LEGION RD, SUITE 225Chapel Hill, NC 27517-2375
Mailing Address4001 Kismet DrDurham, NC 27705-2837 · (919) 383-3560 · Fax (919) 969-1496
Fax(919) 969-1496
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
NPI 1407894496 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
1709 LEGION RD, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Opted out of Medicare

Dr. Frauke C Schaefer M.d. has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from July 1, 2017 through July 1, 2027.

Opt-Out Effective DateJuly 1, 2017
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughJuly 1, 2027Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27517 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
$165.09 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $41.27 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1709 LEGION RD, SUITE 112
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Counselor
1709 LEGION RD, SUITE 224
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
1709 LEGION RD, SUITE 117
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Physical Therapist (Pediatrics)
1709 LEGION RD
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Counselor (Mental Health)
1709 LEGION RD, SUITE 221
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Counselor (Professional)
1709 LEGION RD, SUITE 224
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1709 LEGION RD, SUITE 200-B
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517
Counselor (Professional)
1709 LEGION RD, SUITES 112 & 113
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27517

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 Frauke Schaefer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Frauke Schaefer is 1407894496. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 3, 2006.

Where is Frauke Schaefer located?

Frauke Schaefer practices at 1709 Legion Rd Suite 225, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. The listed phone number is (919) 357-7204.

What is Frauke Schaefer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Frauke Schaefer enrolled in Medicare?

No. Frauke Schaefer has opted out of Medicare through July 1, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

What insurance does Frauke Schaefer accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list Frauke Schaefer as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Frauke Schaefer was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 31 days 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.