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Dr. Bhairav Shah, MD

Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Pediatric Surgeon in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Bhairav Shah, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (803) 434-4555.

    Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medic

    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 Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Shah typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendix Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K37: Unspecified appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Unspecified Skin Condition
    • Skin and Tissue Disorder
    • Dermatological Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Other Abdominal or Pelvic Mass
    • Unspecified Abdominal Lump
    • Pelvic Swelling
    • Internal Abdominal Mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1909: Other intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Infected Tailbone Cyst
    • Sacrococcygeal Abscess
    • Tailbone Abscess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess

    Also known as:

    • Pigeon Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Carinatum
    • Keel Chest
    • Protruding Breastbone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q677: Pectus carinatum

    What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Shah typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery
    • Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
    • Hernia Surgery for Infants

    CPT Codes:

    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
    • 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
    • Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
    • Multiple Skin Tag Removal
    • Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
    • Tailbone Cyst Surgery
    • Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-4555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Shah in Columbia, SC 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 South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Bhairav Shah's Primary Practice

    9 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 500

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 434-4555

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    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 1699937219.

    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. Bhairav Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Pediatric Surgeon near Columbia, SC.

    What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?

    Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.

    Is this Dr. Bhairav Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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 Bhairav Shah accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Bhairav Shah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bhairav Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (803) 434-4555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bhairav Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (803) 434-4555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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