Summary

Dr. Mark Shaffer has practiced internal medicine and family medicine for 49 years and is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center. He completed his residency at the University of Chicago Medicine and sees patients in San Diego, California.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 49 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Chicago Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Mark Allen Shaffer has 2 locations

Mark Allen Shaffer Md

3525 Del Mar Heights Rd # 364San Diego, CA 92130

Dr. Mark Allen Shaffer

2120 Columbia St # 16San Diego, CA 92101

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San Diego , CAFresno , CAPalo Alto , CALyons , CO
Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mark Allen Shaffer

  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Community Health Group
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mark Allen Shaffer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mark Allen Shaffer has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Family Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Hospice Care
  • Immunization
  • Pain
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Chicago Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Shaffer's NPI number is 1255436804.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Mark Shaffer affiliated with?
Dr. Mark Shaffer is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center.
Does Dr. Mark Shaffer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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