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Dr. Chirag Shah, MD

Dr. Chirag Shah, MD

Ophthalmologist

Lawrenceville, NJ

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Ophthalmologist in Lawrenceville, NJ?

    Dr. Chirag Shah, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Lawrenceville, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Shah graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology. 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 (215) 928-3197.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology | New York University

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johns | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

    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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Shah typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H524: Presbyopia

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Shah typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 928-3197 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Lawrenceville, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Chirag Shah's Primary Practice

    2999 Princeton Pike Ste 1

    Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

    (215) 928-3197

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    Dr. Chirag Shah's Practice 2

    840 Walnut St Ste 1230

    Philadelphia, PA 19107

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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 1174550818.

    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. Chirag Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is an Ophthalmologist near Lawrenceville, NJ.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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 Dr. Chirag Shah accepting new patients in Lawrenceville, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Chirag Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (215) 928-3197 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (215) 928-3197 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Shah's offices are located in Lawrenceville, NJ and Philadelphia, PA.