Summary

Dr. Michael Schaffer is a cardiovascular disease specialist with a focus on pediatric care, bringing five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency at University of Colorado Health. His extensive experience spans 50 years of dedicated service in treating heart conditions in children and young patients. Dr. Schaffer is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Schaffer practices at multiple locations throughout Colorado, including Aurora, Fort Collins, Denver, Lakewood, and Golden, with his primary affiliation at Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora. He specializes in treating congenital heart disease, helping families navigate complex heart conditions present from birth. His expertise includes managing cardiac arrhythmias and heart valve disease in pediatric patients. Dr. Schaffer performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as dobutamine stress echocardiograms and Doppler echocardiograms to evaluate heart function, as well as angiograms to examine blood vessels. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Colorado Health
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Stuart Schaffer has 5 locations

Childrens Hospital Colorado

13123 E 16th AveAurora, CO 80045

Poudre Valley Hospital

1024 S Lemay AveFort Collins, CO 80524

Scl Health Saint Joseph Hospital

1375 E 19th AveDenver, CO 80218

Saint Anthony Hospital

11600 W 2nd PlLakewood, CO 80228

Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital

12911 W 40th AveGolden, CO 80401

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseasePediatrics
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4.5 
50 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Aurora , COLongmont , COWestminster , CODenver , CO
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Stuart Schaffer

  • Aetna
  • CHAMPVA
  • Denver Health Medical Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • GEHA
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Stuart Schaffer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Stuart Schaffer has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aortic Valve Stenosis
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Congenital Heart Defects
  • Pediatrics
  • Supraventricular Tachycardia

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Stuart Schaffer holds an active medical license in the state of Colorado.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Colorado that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Colorado Health.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Schaffer's NPI number is 1497839120.

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Where is Dr. Michael Schaffer's office located?
Dr. Michael Schaffer's office is located at 13123 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO, 80045.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Schaffer affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Schaffer is affiliated with Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora.
Does Dr. Michael Schaffer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Schaffer accepts on their Vitals profile.

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