Dr. Gary Schafer, MD
Critical Care Medicine•Male•Age 65

Rutherford Regional Medical Center
288 S Ridgecrest Ave Rutherfordton, NC 28139Make an Appointment
(606) 218-3500Dr. Gary Schafer, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Rutherfordton, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest U, School of Medicine medical school in 1986. He is affiliated with Rutherford Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Schafer to book an appointment.
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At a Glance
- Explains Conditions Well
- Trustworthy
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Dr. Schafer's conditions and procedures:
- Acidosis
- Acute Bronchitis
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Asthma
- Breast Cancer
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchitis
- Bronchoscopy
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Emphysema
- Gallstones
- Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
- Influenza (Flu)
- Inguinal Hernia
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Nodule
- Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
- Mycobacterial Lung Infection
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pleural Effusion
- Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
- Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Management
- Rib Fracture
- Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
- Secondary Malignancies
- Shortness of Breath
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Study
- Smoking Cessation Counseling
- Wheezing
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Dr. Schafer accepts
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Dr. Schafer accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
Dr. Schafer's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schafer
4.0
Based on 4 ratings
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1 Star | 25% | (1) |
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- Appointment scheduling (3)
- Appointment wasn't rushed (3)
- Explained conditions well (3)
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions (1)
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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How was your experience with Dr. Schafer?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Schafer to family and friends is 4 out of 5
About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Critical Care Medicine
- Pulmonary Disease
- Sleep Medicine
Board Certifications
- Critical Care Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Pulmonary Disease
- Sleep Medicine
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are Dr. Gary Schafer, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Schafer frequently treats COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Sleep Apnea, and Asthma. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Schafer treats.
Where is Dr. Gary Schafer, MD's office located?
Dr. Schafer's office is located at 288 S Ridgecrest Ave, Rutherfordton, NC 28139. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Does Dr. Gary Schafer, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Schafer has not yet indicated whether they offer telehealth services. Please contact the office to check for availability/eligibility.
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