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Dr. Amish Shah, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Amish Shah, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Shah graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, completed his residency at Children's Hospital Program, and is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, French, and Spanish, 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 (215) 590-1000.

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

    • Residency: Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

    Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • Chinese

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shah typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
    • C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum

    Also known as:

    • Neurofibromatosis Type 1
    • Neurofibromatosis
    • Neurofibromatosis type 1
    • NF1
    • Von Recklinghausen disease
    • Peripheral neurofibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1

    Also known as:

    • Retinoblastoma
    • Eye Cancer
    • Retinoblastoma Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Retinal Cancer
    • Malignant Retinal Tumor
    • Childhood Eye Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C6921: Malignant neoplasm of right retina

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Optic Nerve Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Malignant Optic Nerve Tumor
    • Eye Nerve Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7230: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified optic nerve

    Also known as:

    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Condition
    • Brain Problem
    • Unspecified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Shah typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Amish Shah may include:

    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 (215) 590-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Shah in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia

    3401 Civic Center Blvd

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 590-1000

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    What is Dr. Shah's NPI number?A 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 1952567596.

    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. Amish Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Pediatrician near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Amish Shah accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Amish Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (215) 590-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amish Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (215) 590-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Shah's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

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