Dr. Joseph Shaffer, MD
Dermatology•Male•Age 52
Dr. Joseph Shaffer, MD is a Dermatologist in Eagan, MN and has over 29 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shaffer has more experience with Mohs Surgery than other specialists in his area. He graduated from University College London, University Of London, School Of Medicine medical school in 1993. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Shaffer to book an appointment.
Dermatology Consultants, PA
1215 Town Centre Dr Ste 200 Eagan, MN 55123Healthgrades Provider Compare™
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Shaffer
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Shaffer treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Shaffer treats other conditions, please contact the office at (651) 209-1600.
Mohs Surgery
Mohs surgery is a procedure that treats some types of skin cancer by removing a precise amount of tissue in order to remove cancer cells while sparing as much healthy tissue as possible.Compare with other Mohs Surgery specialists.
Dr. Shaffer is experienced in the area of Mohs Surgery. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Dr. Shaffer's conditions and procedures:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Benign Tumor
- Cancer
- Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
- Contact Dermatitis
- Dermatitis
- Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
- Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
- Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
- Excision of Skin Cancer
- Excision of Skin Lesion
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Granuloma of Skin
- Itchy Skin
- Melanoma
- Melanoma Screening
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Mohs Defect Reconstruction Surgery
- Mohs Surgery
- Mole Evaluation
- Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
- Psoriasis
- Rosacea
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Discoloration
- Skin Infections
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Warts
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Dr. Shaffer accepts
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Dr. Shaffer accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- American Enterprise Group
- American Republic
- Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
- Medicaid
- Anthem
- Group Value Network (Select Network)-MN
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Assurant Health
- AvMed
- Open Access
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- Blue Cross Accord
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- CareSource
- Medicaid
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- Commercial Insurance Company
- Community Health Choice
- Medicaid
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- GEHA
- Health Net
- Medicaid
- HealthPartners
- HealthPlus
- Medicaid
- HealthPlus Amerigroup
- Medicaid
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
- Medicaid
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Husky Health
- Medicaid
- inHealth
- Medicaid
- INTotal Health
- Medicaid
- Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
- Medica
- Medicaid
- Midwest Health Plan
- Medicaid
- Molina Healthcare
- Medicaid
- Peach State Health Plan
- Medicaid
- SelectCare
- Simply Healthcare Plans
- Medicaid
- Staywell (Wellcare)
- Medicaid
- UnitedHealthCare
- Choice Plus POS
- Medicaid
- Navigate POS
- Options PPO
- Wellcare of Georgia
- Medicaid
Dr. Shaffer's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaffer
5.0
Based on 78 ratings
| 5 Stars | 98.71794871794872% | (77) |
| 4 Stars | 1.2820512820512822% | (1) |
| 3 Stars | 0% | (0) |
| 2 Stars | 0% | (0) |
| 1 Star | 0% | (0) |
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Dermatology
- Dermatologic Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Board Certifications
- Dermatology
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Joseph Shaffer, MD accepting new patients?
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What are Dr. Joseph Shaffer, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Shaffer frequently treats Mohs Surgery. See all practice areas where Dr. Shaffer specializes.
Where is Dr. Joseph Shaffer, MD's office located?
Dr. Shaffer's office is located at 1215 Town Centre Dr Ste 200, Eagan, MN 55123. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Does Dr. Joseph Shaffer, MD offer telehealth services?
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Dermatology Consultants, PA
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