43 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Psychiatrist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Arvind Shah, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Shah graduated from Grant Government Medical College and completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (203) 755-9300.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry | University Of S Fl College Of Med | University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry | Grant Government Medical College
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 a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, 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:
- Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate clinical depression
- Moderate unipolar depression
- Moderate depressive episode
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Arvind Shah may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
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 (203) 755-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Shah in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
ComPsych
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Arvind Shah also offers virtual visits
Dr. Arvind Shah's Primary Practice
4520 East West Hwy Ste 775
Bethesda, MD 20814
(203) 755-9300
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Arvind Shah?
Dr. Shah has appointments available at his Bethesda, MD office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
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 1639276827.
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. Arvind Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Psychiatrist near Bethesda, MD.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Arvind Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Arvind Shah accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Arvind Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arvind Shah offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shah, or call (203) 755-9300 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Arvind Shah?
Yes, Dr. Shah offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Shah, or call (203) 755-9300 for more information.
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