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Chad Shaffer, MD

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board
Chad Shaffer, MD, earned his medical doctorate from Penn State University and completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics. He has provided full-service primary care to all ages for over 15 years, building a practice from start up to over 3,000 patients. His passion is educating patients on their health and treatment, so they can make well-informed decisions.
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A stethoscope and a wallet: How to save on Aimovig
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How to save on Aimovig

This prescription injection for migraine prevention isn’t cheap, but these six savings tips can help
A piggy bank and two auto-injector pens: How to save on Fasenra
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How to save on Fasenra

Although the list price of Fasenra is over $7,000, most people with insurance pay less than $50 per dose
A piggy bank and a stethoscope: How to save on Cosentyx
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How to save on Cosentyx

If you’re prescribed Cosentyx, check whether you’re eligible for patient assistance before paying out of pocket
Several $20 bills and a prescription bottle: How to save on Quviviq
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How to save on Quviviq

You may be able to get Qviviq for free for one month with the manufacturer’s savings card program, but there are other ways to save if ineligible
A continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system and smartphone: How much is a Dexcom G6 transmitter without insurance?
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How much is a Dexcom G6 transmitter without insurance?

A Dexcom G6 transmitter, costs $$366 without insurance. Learn how to get a Dexcom G6 transmitter at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
pair of sneakers - does exercise help acid reflux
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Exercise for acid reflux

Physical activity reduces the risk of developing acid reflux and GERD
A spilled bottle of ibuprofen and a clock in the background: How long does ibuprofen stay in your system?
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How long does ibuprofen stay in your system?

Ibuprofen is almost fully metabolized by the body in 10 hours. Here’s what you should know.
Woman with shrugged shoulders and perplexed look: Does ibuprofen have aspirin in it?
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Does ibuprofen have aspirin in it?

No ibuprofen does not contain aspirin. Here’s when and how to use these two medications.
A syringe and vaccine vial: How effective is Shingrix?
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How effective is Shingrix?

Shingrix is the only shingles vaccine and replaces Zostavax, a vaccine that’s no longer in use
A stethoscope and a wallet: How much does Cyltezo cost without insurance?
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How much does Cyltezo cost without insurance?

Even without insurance, you may not have to pay the average retail price
A stethoscope and a wallet: How much does Arexvy cost without insurance?
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How much does Arexvy cost without insurance?

Arexvy is one of two vaccines recently approved by the FDA to prevent RSV
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