Summary

Dr. Jacob Schaeffer is a surgeon with 15 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. He earned his medical degree from the Sanford School of Medicine at the University of South Dakota and completed his residency at Gundersen Lutheran Health System. Dr. Schaeffer is fluent in English.

Dr. Schaeffer practices at Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic in Watertown, South Dakota. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps and diverticular disease. His surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and kidney transplant biopsies. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 15 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Gundersen Lutheran Health System
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic

401 9th Ave NW Bldg BWatertown, SD 57201
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
15 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Watertown , SDWatertown , SDWatertown , SDWatertown , SD
Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota Med School: University of South Dakota Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jacob Schaeffer

  • AARP
  • Avera Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • UCare
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jacob Schaeffer has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Dakota, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Gundersen Lutheran Health System

Medical School

Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South DakotaGraduated in 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Jacob Schaeffer speak?
Dr. Jacob Schaeffer speaks English.
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Does Dr. Jacob Schaeffer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. Jacob Schaeffer's office located?
Dr. Jacob Schaeffer's office is located at 401 9th Ave NW Bldg B, Watertown, SD, 57201.
Does Dr. Jacob Schaeffer accept my insurance?
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