Summary

Dr. Michael Schaeffer is a board-certified internal medicine physician with 31 years of experience caring for adult patients. He earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, where he developed a strong foundation in comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Schaeffer is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations throughout the Hudson Valley region.

Dr. Schaeffer practices at locations in Valatie and Hudson, New York, and maintains hospital privileges at Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus and Columbia Memorial Hospital. He specializes in managing cardiovascular health conditions, including high cholesterol and hypertension. His practice emphasizes preventive care through regular blood work and physical assessments, and he incorporates strength training guidance into patient treatment plans when appropriate. Patients rate Dr. Schaeffer 4.2 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive approach to internal medicine care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 31 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Eric Schaeffer has 2 locations

St Peters Internal Medicine

1301 RIVER ST STE 204VALATIE, NY 12184
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Columbia Memorial Hospital

71 Prospect AveHudson, NY 12534

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VALATIE , NYLyons , COEAST SYRACUSE , NYHicksville , NY
Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Eric Schaeffer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - EPO
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • CDPHP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthNow
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty Mutual
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - EPO
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • MVP Health Care - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Eric Schaeffer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Eric Schaeffer has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated in 1995

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What languages does Dr. Michael Schaeffer speak?
Dr. Michael Schaeffer speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Schaeffer affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Schaeffer is affiliated with Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus.

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