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51 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Shah, Infectious Disease Specialist in Laurel, MD?
Dr. Gita Shah is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Laurel, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Shah completed her residency at Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, Infectious Diseases. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (240) 677-3000.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, Infectious Diseases | Prince George's Hospital Center
Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Is Dr. Shah board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gita Shah is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease 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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gita Shah may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Shah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 677-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Laurel, MD?
Dr. Shah in Laurel, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Gita Shah's Primary Practice
7350 Van Dusen Rd Ste 220
Laurel, MD 20707
(240) 677-3000
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 1548257769.
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. Gita Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Laurel, MD.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Gita 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gita Shah accepting new patients in Laurel, MD?
Yes, Dr. Gita Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gita Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (240) 677-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gita Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (240) 677-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gita Shah have?
Dr. Gita Shah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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