Summary

Dr. Richard Shaffer is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from George Washington University and completed his residency at the United States Army Medical Center. Dr. Shaffer speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his practice in digestive health care.

Dr. Shaffer is affiliated with Pam Rehabilitation Hospital of Humble and practices at multiple locations throughout the San Antonio area, including Hill Country Village and Spring Branch, Texas. He focuses on treating common digestive conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and acid reflux. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopies, and upper GI endoscopies to help diagnose and manage digestive health concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 54 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • United States Army Medical Center
  • 26 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 22 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Richard T. Shaffer has 4 locations

Baptist Emergency Hospital

16088 San Pedro AveHill Country Village, TX 78232

Baptist Emergency Hospital Overlook

25615 Us Highway 281 NSan Antonio, TX 78258

Gastroenterology Consultants Of San Antonio

6102 Fm 311Spring Branch, TX 78070
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Richard T. Shaffer, MDJan Seiler, APRNJi Soo Choi, APRNDr. Jessica N. Figueredo, DO, MS
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Hill Country Village , TXMontgomery , ALSACRAMENTO , CAHouston , TX
Med School: George Washington University Med School: Georgia State University Med School: New York University Med School: Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard T. Shaffer

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • SAMBA
  • Sana
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Texas Health Aetna
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard T. Shaffer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard T. Shaffer has the following 22 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Celiac Disease
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Colitis
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diarrhea
  • Digestive System Endoscopy (EGD)
  • Electrocardiography (EKG)
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Fatty Liver
  • Gallbladder Diseases
  • Heartburn
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Liver Cirrhosis
  • Stomach Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University.

NPI Number

Dr. Shaffer's NPI number is 1134158736.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Shaffer affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Shaffer is affiliated with Pam Rehabilitation Hospital Of Humble.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Shaffer?
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Does Dr. Richard Shaffer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Richard Shaffer accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Richard Shaffer speak?
Dr. Richard Shaffer speaks English.

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