Shahnawaz S Jaffer, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Shahnawaz S Jaffer is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Covina, CA with over 59 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GASTROENTEROLOGY
Shahnawaz S Jaffer, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 59+ years, working in independent practice. With 59+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Covina area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 36% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 38% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
247 W San Bernardino Rd, Covina, CA 91723-1516
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.33%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.8 pts)
2.33% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.4%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
221
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
231
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,919
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $327k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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 (-4%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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 (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$148 received from industry
8 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Shahnawaz S Jaffer's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
59 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 194117
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Shahnawaz S Jaffer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shahnawaz S Jaffer for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Covina 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 Shahnawaz S Jaffer
NPI records show Dr. Jaffer as active with telehealth listed in Covina, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (626) 915-7100.
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 Shahnawaz S Jaffer
Practice Location
247 W San Bernardino Rd, Covina, CA 91723-1516
Mailing Address
247 W San Bernardino Rd, Covina, CA 91723-1516
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