Danielle A. Shafer, DO
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Danielle A. Shafer is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Fairfax, VA with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY, INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 27 years in internal medicine, Danielle a. Shafer, DO is a long-established medical oncology internal medicine specialist in Fairfax. She graduated from Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Med in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.28/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 41% of MIPS-scored doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
8081 Innovation Park Dr, Fairfax, VA 22031-4867
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Virginia, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202381.28/100
Virginia avg: 82.9 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in VirginiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.86%
Virginia avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.2 pts)
3.86% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better74%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
204
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
57
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
389
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.31M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.57 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Med
Board certified · Oct 12, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Med (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
Po Box 37174, Baltimore, MD 21297-3174
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Danielle a. Shafer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Danielle a. Shafer for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Fairfax 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 Danielle a. Shafer
Dr. Shafer is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Fairfax, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (571) 472-4724.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Danielle a. Shafer
Practice Location
8081 Innovation Park Dr, Fairfax, VA 22031-4867
Mailing Address
Po Box 37174, Baltimore, MD 21297-3174
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