Summary

Dr. Stephen Shaffer treats change in bowel habits and constipation, and performs pathology tests and kidney transplant biopsy. He has practiced gastroenterology and pediatrics for 40 years and is affiliated with Nemours Children's Hospital Delaware.

He completed his residency at Medical Center of Delaware and sees patients in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Shaffer speaks English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 40 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Medical Center Of Delaware
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Dr. Stephen Ernest Shaffer, MDMinhhuyen T. NguyenDr. Rafael A. Amaral, MDMalorie Simons
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
40 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Italian, Spanish Speaks English
Wilmington , DEPhiladelphia , PADarby , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Ponce School of Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen Ernest Shaffer

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Gateway Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware - PPO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Stephen Ernest Shaffer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stephen Ernest Shaffer has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Stephen Ernest Shaffer holds an expired medical license in the state of Delaware.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Delaware that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical Center Of Delaware.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Toledo College Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Shaffer's NPI number is 1023100872.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Shaffer affiliated with?
Dr. Stephen Shaffer is affiliated with Nemours Childrens Hospital Delaware.
Does Dr. Stephen Shaffer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Stephen Shaffer accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Shaffer?
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Is Dr. Stephen Shaffer accepting new patients?
Dr. Stephen Shaffer has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Stephen Shaffer speak?
Dr. Stephen Shaffer speaks English and Spanish.

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