Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
2020 Medicare Patient Data
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD.
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Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD is a general surgeon in Charlotte, NC specializing in general surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery). She graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2013 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD is affiliated with Novant Health, NOVANT HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP, LLC, THE PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL and Novant Health Cancer Institute - Elizabeth (Breast Cancer).
125 Queens Road Suite 520
Charlotte, NC 28204
8201 Healthcare Loop Suite 201
Charlotte, NC 28215
Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction is surgery to restore the appearance of the breast, usually after a mastectomy. The choice of how to proceed after the removal of a breast is a deeply personal one, with some women opting to wear a prosthetic form in a bra, and others choosing to embrace their new breastless form as a reminder of their strength and survival. Those options are perfectly acceptable, but many women feel most comfortable with their missing breast tissue surgically replaced. Breast reconstruction can be part of a patient's return to normal after experiencing breast cancer.
There are a few different methods used to create the round shape of the breast on the chest. A flap of fat, skin, and muscle can be taken from the side, abdomen or buttock and implanted on the chest to create a breast from the patient's own tissue. Alternatively, the skin over the chest may be gradually stretched to allow for the placement of an implant. Stretching of the skin is done using expanders, which are similar to breast implants, except they increase in size when saltwater solution is injected into them. Many women also choose to combine the flap procedure with implant placement to achieve their desired result. Once the new breast shape is formed, a nipple can be created and even tattooed to match the other side.
Reconstruction may be done in a single surgery or broken up into multiple procedures:
Breast reconstruction is not perfect. The two breasts may not always look exactly identical, although they will be close. There may be small scars, and a loss of sensation in the reconstructed breast. A reconstructed breast will not produce milk, so patients may have trouble breastfeeding. Still, reconstruction is a great option for women who want that part of their appearance back.
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD.
Male | 0 |
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Female | 15 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD.
From 65 to 74 | 11 |
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From 75 to 84 | 0 |
85 and over | 0 |
Less than 65 | 0 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD treated during 2021 were high cholesterol, hypertension and cancer.
Hypertension | 50 |
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High Cholesterol | 58 |
Stroke | 0 |
Ischemic Heart Disease | 0 |
Depression | 0 |
Chronic Kidney Disease | 0 |
Asthma | 0 |
Osteoperosis | 0 |
Atrial Fibrilation | 0 |
Heart Failure | 0 |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | 0 |
Diabetes | 0 |
Dementia | 0 |
Cancer | 46 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD.
Male | 0 |
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Female | 1 |
Black / African American | 0 |
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Asian / Pacific Islander | 0 |
Non-Hispanic White | 3 |
Native American / Alaskan Native | 0 |
Hispanic | 0 |
Other | 0 |
75 to 84 | 0 |
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85 and over | 0 |
Less than 65 | 0 |
65 to 74 | 3 |
The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD treated were high cholesterol, cancer and hypertension.
Hypertension | 13 |
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High Cholesterol | 14 |
Stroke | 0 |
Ischemic Heart Disease | 0 |
Depression | 0 |
Chronic Kidney Disease | 0 |
Asthma | 0 |
Osteoporosis | 0 |
Heart Failure | 0 |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | 0 |
Diabetes | 0 |
Atrial Fibrillation | 0 |
Cancer | 12 |
Dementia | 0 |
Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2013. She completed residency at General Surgery - Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. She is certified by the General Surgery and has a state license in North Carolina.
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine (2013)
Residency: General Surgery - Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak (2019)
Board Certification: General Surgery
Licensed In: North Carolina
Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 103 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Charlotte, NC.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kristina May Shaffer, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. |
$1,071
SYNECOR Biomaterial $817 |
BIO-A Hernia Plug $253 |
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Elucent Medical |
$1,069
$1,069 |
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Intuitive Surgical, Inc. |
$133
Da Vinci Surgical System $133 |
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Novadaq Technologies Inc. |
$111
PINPOINT $111 |
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Stryker Corporation |
$104
PHOTONBLADE $104 |
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Other |
$227
XARELTO $55 |
ENROUTE 0.014 Guidewire $53 |
Mynx Vascular Closure Device $21 |
$98 |
Travel and Lodging | $1,687 |
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Food and Beverage | $1,030 |
Dr. Kristina Shaffer is a specialist in general surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery) in Charlotte, NC. She is especially interested in breast cancer surgery, breast cancer, and breast reconstruction. Dr. Shaffer is professionally affiliated with Novant Health. She attended medical school at Indiana University School of Medicine. Patient ratings for Dr. Shaffer average 5.0 stars (out of 5). According to Novant Health, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Charlotte, NC.