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Dr. William Shaffer, MD

Nephrology* Age 69
Dr. William Shaffer, MD
3.5 (4 Ratings)

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Dr. William Shaffer, MD is a Nephrologist in Corpus Christi, TX.
Dr. William Shaffer, MD
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Dr. William Shaffer, MD

Nephrology* Age 69
Corpus Christi, TX
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. William Shaffer, MD is a Nephrologist in Corpus Christi, TX.

About

Dr. Shaffer graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch. Dr. William Shaffer, MD is a Nephrologist in Corpus Christi, TX and has 43 years experience. Dr. Shaffer currently practices at Kidney Specialists South Texas and are affiliated with Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional. Dr. Shaffer has experience treating conditions like Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephritis and Nephropathy and Chronic Kidney Diseases among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shaffer received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Dr. Shaffer's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shaffer also speaks Spanish. Dr. Shaffer is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Nephritis and Nephropathy
Chronic Kidney Diseases
Acute Kidney Failure
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD)
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage V
Chronic Nephritic Syndrome
Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
End-Stage Renal Disease
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypertension
Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypokalemia
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Nephrotic Syndrome
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Proteinuria
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Osteodystrophy
Vitamin D Deficiency
Hemodialysis
Acidosis
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Acute Glomerulonephritis
Acute Kidney Infection
Alkalosis
Amyloidosis
Autoimmune Diseases
Bone Disorders
Brain Disorders
Chronic Glomerulonephritis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Congenital Polycystic Kidney Disease
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Dehydration
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Gout
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Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatorenal Syndrome
Hydronephrosis
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Kidney Disease
Kidney Infection
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Purpura
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Pyonephrosis
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Rhabdomyolysis
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Systemic Vasculitis
Tuberous Sclerosis
Ureteral Stones
Vascular Disease
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
End-Stage Renal Disease Related Services
Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Living Kidney Donor Evaluation
Peritoneal Dialysis
Renal Scan
Ultrasound

Insurance Accepted

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  • United Healthcare
  • Medicaid
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Aetna
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Superior Health Plan
  • HealthyBlue Advantage

Locations

  1. 1 Kidney Specialists South Texas
    1521 S Staples St Ste 601, Corpus Christi, TX 78404

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaffer
3.5
Based on 4 Reviews
5 Stars (2)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Dec 04, 2020
Excellent dr. Figures out what is wrong follows up maintains. Very caring individual. Helpful with questions.
Anne Denton — Dec 04, 2020
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Nephrology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas Medical Branch
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
Board Certifications
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Tex Med Br
    1986
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. William Shaffer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shaffer's profile.

Dr. Shaffer frequently treats the following conditions: Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephritis and Nephropathy and Chronic Kidney Diseases. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. William Shaffer, MD is affiliated with Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional.

Yes, Dr. William Shaffer, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Nephrology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Corpus Christi Medical Center Doctors Regional

    3315 S Alameda St, Corpus Christi, TX