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Who is Dr. Shah, Specialist in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Ramesh Shah, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO. He is board certified. Dr. Shah graduated from Grant Government Medical College. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (417) 781-2616.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry | Grant Government Medical College
Is Dr. Shah board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ramesh Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Shah diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Shah. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Exudative AMD
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Shah performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shah. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 781-2616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Joplin, MO?
Dr. Shah in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
What is Dr. Shah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134120603.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shah
What is Dr. Ramesh Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Specialist near Joplin, MO.
Is this Dr. Ramesh Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shah is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Ramesh Shah accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Ramesh Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramesh Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (417) 781-2616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ramesh Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (417) 781-2616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ramesh Shah have?
Dr. Ramesh Shah is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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