DR. VANESSA A. SCHAEFFER PSYD
NPI 1801985080
Psychologist in Gainsville, GA

Active since October 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
973 ENOTA AVE NE, GAINSVILLE, GA 30501(770) 531-9226(770) 531-5531 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 14, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Vanessa A. Schaeffer Psyd NPPES

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

DR. VANESSA A. SCHAEFFER PSYD (NPI 1801985080) is an individual psychologist in Gainsville, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (2378) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801985080
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy103T00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. VANESSA A. SCHAEFFERCredential: PSYD
Location Address973 ENOTA AVE NEGainsville, GA 30501
Mailing Address973 Enota Ave NeGainsville, GA 30501 · (770) 531-9226 · Fax (770) 531-5531
Fax(770) 531-5531
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateOctober 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 14, 2019
NPI 1801985080 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychologistBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Taxonomy Code103T00000X
License Licensed in GA · 2378
Definition

A psychologist is an individual who is licensed to practice psychology which is defined as the observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the application of psychological principles, methods, and procedures, for the purpose of preventing or eliminating symptomatic, maladaptive, or undesired behavior and of enhancing interpersonal relationships, work and life adjustment, personal effectiveness, behavioral health, and mental health. The practice of psychology includes, but is not limited to, psychological testing and the evaluation or assessment of personal characteristics, such as intelligence, personality, abilities, interests, aptitudes, and neuropsychological functioning; counseling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, and behavior analysis and therapy; diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorder or disability, alcoholism and substance abuse, disorders of habit or conduct, as well as of the psychological aspects of physical illness, accident, injury, or disability; and psycheducational evaluation, therapy, remediation, and consultation. Psychological services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups and the public.

973 ENOTA AVE NE, Gainsville, GA 30501

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid00848801AGA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Vanessa A. Schaeffer Psyd 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 ID7113189234
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120507000118
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 2

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.

Psychotherapy, 1 hour 90837
Psychotherapy is a therapeutic interaction or treatment between a trained professional and a patient. In a 1-hour session, you'll talk about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors to help identify and manage mental health issues. This process aids in personal growth, healing, and improved well-being.
456 services48 patients
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation 90791
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation is a thorough assessment used to identify any mental health conditions you may have. It involves a detailed discussion about your symptoms, thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns. Your medical history and family's mental health history are also considered.
13 services13 patients

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

Nurse Practitioner
973 ENOTA AVE NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Counselor (Professional)
973 ENOTA AVE NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
Psychologist (Clinical)
973 ENOTA AVE NE
GAINESVILLE, GA 30501

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 Vanessa Schaeffer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vanessa Schaeffer is 1801985080. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 12, 2006.

Where is Vanessa Schaeffer located?

Vanessa Schaeffer practices at 973 Enota Ave NE, Gainsville, GA 30501. The listed phone number is (770) 531-9226.

What is Vanessa Schaeffer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychologist with taxonomy code 103T00000X.

Is Vanessa Schaeffer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vanessa Schaeffer 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.

What insurance does Vanessa Schaeffer accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. and Providence Health Plan list Vanessa Schaeffer 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 Vanessa Schaeffer was last updated on March 14, 2019. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.