Daniel Eric Schaffer, PA-C
Daniel Eric Schaffer is a Physician Assistant based in Rochester, MN with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Daniel Eric Schaffer, PA-C has been part of the Rochester medical community since 2006 in group practice. He has been in practice for 32+ years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2098dNPPES updated 2020-08-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.33%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.33% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
328
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
457
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,062
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.58M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 23, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Virtual Medical Care With Daniel Eric Schaffer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Daniel Eric Schaffer for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Rochester required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daniel Eric Schaffer
Dr. Schaffer is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Rochester, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (507) 284-2511.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Daniel Eric Schaffer
Practice Location
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001
Mailing Address
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001
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