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Who is Dr. Shah, Retina Specialist in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Ankur Shah, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Hindi, 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 (217) 321-2020.
Is Dr. Shah board certified as a Retina Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ankur 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
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?
As a Retina 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.
Also known as:
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Cystoid Macular Edema
- Macular Degeneration
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
- Nonexudative AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- CME
- Macular Swelling
- Retinal Edema
- Fluid in Macula
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H353113: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, advanced atrophic without subfoveal involvement
- H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35352: Cystoid macular degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Retinal Disorder
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
What procedures does Dr. Shah perform?
As a Retina 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.
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:
- Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Retinal photocoagulation
- Macular edema laser
- Retina tumor laser treatment
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Also known as:
- Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
- Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
- Macular Hole Repair
- Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
- Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
Also known as:
- Retinal Laser Treatment
- Retinal Photocoagulation
- Laser for Retinal Tear
- Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser
CPT Codes:
- 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 321-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Shah in Springfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Belden
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Trustmark Insurance Company
Unified Group Services
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Ankur Shah's Primary Practice
1230 Centre West Dr
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 321-2020
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 1851590343.
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. Ankur Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Retina Specialist near Springfield, IL. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ankur Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with IU Health North Hospital, IU Health Methodist 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
Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?
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Is Ankur Shah accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ankur Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ankur Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (217) 321-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ankur Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (217) 321-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ankur Shah have?
Dr. Ankur Shah is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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