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Who is Dr. Shah, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Athens, GA?
Dr. Amit Shah, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shah graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (706) 389-3440.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools | University of Maryland School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Complete Heart Block
- Atrial Flutter
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Chronic AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Permanent AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does Dr. Shah perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 389-3440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Shah in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Amit Shah's Primary Practice
1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 3700
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 389-3440
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 1225062128.
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. Amit Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Athens, GA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amit Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Piedmont Henry Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, GA, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Amit Shah accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Amit Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amit Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (706) 389-3440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amit Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (706) 389-3440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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