Saulena Sylvia Shafer, D.O.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Saulena Sylvia Shafer is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Phoenix, AZ with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Saulena Sylvia Shafer, D.O. runs an independent neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Phoenix, AZ. Trained at Touro Un Col of Osteopathic Medicine, Henderson (class of 2010), she has been practicing for over 16 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and parkinson (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 91.76/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 84% of MIPS-scored doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 678dNPPES updated 2024-07-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arizona Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
240 W Thomas Rd # 301, Phoenix, AZ 85013-4407
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 84% of doctors in Arizona on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202391.76/100
Arizona avg: 77.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Better than 84% of MIPS-scored doctors in ArizonaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
344
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
377
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,480
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $927k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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 Parkinson's Disease.
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
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement and coordination
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$5.0k received from industry
20 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Saulena Sylvia Shafer's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2010
Touro Un Col of Osteopathic Medicine, Henderson
Board certified · Jul 15, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
16 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Touro Un Col of Osteopathic Medicine, Henderson (Class of 2010)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 100026
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Saulena Sylvia Shafer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Saulena Sylvia Shafer for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Phoenix 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 Saulena Sylvia Shafer
NPI records show Dr. Shafer as active with telehealth listed in Phoenix, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (602) 406-6262.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Saulena Sylvia Shafer
Practice Location
240 W Thomas Rd # 301, Phoenix, AZ 85013-4407
Mailing Address
240 W Thomas Rd # 301, Phoenix, AZ 85013-4407
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