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Dr. Schaeffer

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Scott J. Schaeffer, MD

Family Medicine

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Residency

Medical Center of Delaware
Wilmington, DE
Family Medicine 1990-1992

Internship

Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
Camp Pendleton, CA
1985-1986

Medical School

The Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
Doctorate of Medicine 1985
Magna Cum Laude

Undergraduate

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
Bachelor of Science, Biology 1979

American Board of Family Medicine

Christiana Care Health Systems, Department of Family Medicine

Partner, Stoney Batter Family Medicine Associates 1992-present

Top Doctor, Delaware Today, 2020

American Academy of Family Physicians

Delaware

General Medical Officer, U.S. Navy Camp Pendleton 1986-1989

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,100.00 each year*

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Dr. Schaeffer

Meet Scott J. Schaeffer, MD


Remember the days of old-fashioned primary care, where family doctors had personal relationships with all their patients, made hospital visits and house calls, and had time to really listen and answer questions? In the current healthcare environment, those days are long gone. But in my MDVIP-affiliated practice, I strive to come close to that ideal model of primary care, combined with 21st century medicine.

My practice affords me the time to develop a personal relationship with you, perform comprehensive exams and thoroughly discuss test results, make hospital visits, coordinate care with local specialists, and assist you in better making informed healthcare decisions. Similar to conveniences often associated with concierge medicine practices, I also offer same- or next-day appointments that start on time. 

In addition, I will partner with you to craft a customized plan to better treat your current health problems and prevent new ones. We will focus on disease prevention and early diagnosis , along with wellness and a healthy lifestyle. 

I’ve been a family doctor for over 25 years and have also served in the U.S. Navy. My areas of interest include heart disease, diabetes, hypertension and preventive healthcare. I’ve developed relationships with specialists and other healthcare providers in the community. 

My primary care practice serves the Wilmington, Greenville, Pike Creek, Hockessin, Newark and Bear areas of northern Delaware, as well as neighboring communities in Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey. I am affiliated with Christiana Hospital. 

If you join me, we will work together as a team to better realize a healthier future.

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Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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Benefits of joining Dr. Schaeffer's practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Schaeffer quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Schaeffer by phone after-hours and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Schaeffer when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,100.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician wants to get to know you and your health needs before you join their practice. Fill out the form to receive more information, or schedule a meeting with Dr. Schaeffer.

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*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at that number. You can contact us at any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages.

Testimonials from patients of Scott J. Schaeffer, MD

Thank you Dr Schaeffer!!!

from Debi in DE • April 5, 2024
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It’s so nice to know that you are there for me!
To give me time to discuss my concerns about my health and give me good ideas on improving my health through your experience
I don’t have to rush through and hurry like before we had you as our doctor
Thank you so much 😊

New Patient

from Kelli in DE • March 14, 2024
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I am a new patient of Dr. Schaeffer as of last summer. When I met with him for my first appointment, he talked with me about my health goals. He switched around my medications and helped me lose over 50 pounds. I haven’t felt this good in years. I’m so thankful for Dr. Schaeffer and his dedicated care to his patients!

Exceptional service from Dr. Scott Schaeffer

from terrence in PA • March 11, 2024
By the age of 80, I had experienced multiple kidney stone episodes going back to 1979. With one exception, being the first episode, medical intervention wasn't needed to pass stones. That changed recently. Sometime in early January of this year, I experienced the classic warning of the likely presence of a stone. Over the next few weeks, I passed a few stones. On a Sunday morning, I noticed Read more...

The BEST

from Terri in DE • February 14, 2024
There has never been a time that I have seen Dr Schaeffer when he hasn’t been the most helpful, caring, compassionate doctor I’ve ever seen. Last year I lost 2 younger sisters to heart attacks and made an appointment for me to be checked. Dr Schaeffer agreed that some testing was deemed necessary due to family history. He ordered several tests and kept me updated after each one with the results Read more...

Dr Schaeffer is awesome!

from Kim in DE • February 13, 2024
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My husband and I have been patients of Dr Schaeffer for over 30 years! We adore him. He has always been right on when
diagnosing our medical problems and has a wonderful bedside manner to boot. Years ago we were down the Keys when I had
severe nausea and ended up in the ER. The doctor told me to go home and let the doctors up North evaluate me because he couldn’t figure out what Read more...

The Office of Scott J. Schaeffer, MD


Locations & Hours

Primary Office

5311 Limestone Road Suite 203
Wilmington, DE 19808

call 302.234.0937

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Hours

Mon 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Tue 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thu 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly
$525.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,050.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,100.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician wants to get to know you and your health needs before you join their practice. Fill out the form to receive more information, or schedule a meeting with Dr. Schaeffer.

Get Started | Today
I want to...

*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at that number. You can contact us at any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages.

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