Stuart J Shafer, MD

Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology

Stuart J Shafer is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Vero Beach, FL with over 33 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(772) 492-7051Vero Beach, FL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Stuart J Shafer, MD practices as part of a group neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Vero Beach, FL. A University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine graduate since 1993, he brings 33+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in Florida
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 571 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in FLSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Vero Beach33+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 3029dNPPES updated 2018-02-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1040 37th Pl Ste 201, Vero Beach, FL 32960-4818

Fax: (772) 492-7048
Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+8%)57%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+1%)35%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
34%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+1%)33%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
32%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%
Diabetes
Lower than avg (-10%)24%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1993

    University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine

  2. 33 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (Class of 1993)

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Stuart J Shafer

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Stuart J Shafer for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Vero Beach required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stuart J Shafer

NPI records show Dr. Shafer as active with telehealth listed in Vero Beach, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (772) 492-7051.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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