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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Internist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Sonia Shah, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Shah completed her residency at Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at 1022222515.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Shah board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sonia Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sonia Shah may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 1022222515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Shah in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
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 1720173743.
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. Sonia Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Internist near Torrance, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Sonia Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sonia Shah accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sonia Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sonia Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at 1022222515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sonia Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at 1022222515 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sonia Shah have?
Dr. Sonia Shah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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