Michael Steven Schaeffer, M.D.
Michael Steven Schaeffer is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Canton, MI with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael Steven Schaeffer, M.D. has been part of the Canton medical community since 2006 in group practice. A Wayne State University School of Medicine graduate since 1995, he brings 31+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5549dNPPES updated 2011-03-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2050 N Haggerty Rd Suite 100, Canton, MI 48187
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.16%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.1 pts)
8.16% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.5%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.7 pts)
Better than 74% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
147
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
386
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,864
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $752k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.48 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe 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 · 1995
Wayne State University School of Medicine
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Wayne State University School of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Michael Steven Schaeffer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Steven Schaeffer for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Canton 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 Michael Steven Schaeffer
Dr. Schaeffer is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Canton, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 981-1086.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2050 N Haggerty Rd Suite 100, Canton, MI 48187
Mailing Address
2050 N Haggerty Rd Suite 100, Canton, MI 48187
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