DR. MARTIN CHARLES SHAFFER M.D.
NPI 1710136825
Surgery in Palm Desert, CA
- Individual
- Male
- Surgery
About MARTIN SHAFFER
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Martin Shaffer, a provider established in Palm Desert, California with a medical specialization in Surgery. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1710136825 assigned on September 2008. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 208600000X with license number G27453 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 18 years ago.
- NPI
- 1710136825 Verify this NPI
- Provider Name
- DR. MARTIN CHARLES SHAFFER M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 76915 OKLAHOMA AVE PALM DESERT, CA 92211
- Location Phone
- (760) 469-3703
- Mailing Address
- 76915 OKLAHOMA AVE PALM DESERT, CA 92211
- Mailing Phone
- (760) 469-3703
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 09-12-2008
- Last Update Date
- 09-12-2008
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A surgeon like Martin Shaffer treats injuries, diseases, and deformities through surgical operations. A surgeon could correct physical deformities, repair bone and tissue, or perform preventive or elective surgeries. Surgeons also examine patients, perform and interpret diagnostic tests, and provide counsel on preventive healthcare.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Surgery
- Taxonomy Code
- 208600000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- G27453
- License State
- CA
- Taxonomy Description
- A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Secondary Taxonomies
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| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 208D00000X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | General Practice | G27453 (CA) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| A91054 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1710136825, enumerated as an "individual" on September 12, 2008.
The provider is located at 76915 OKLAHOMA AVE PALM DESERT, CA 92211 and the phone number is (760) 469-3703.
Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
