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Dr. Dhiren Shah, MD

Dr. Dhiren Shah, MD

Forked River, NJ

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Pulmonologist in Forked River, NJ?

    Dr. Dhiren Shah, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Forked River, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Shah graduated from Pramukhswami Medical College and completed his residency at Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Guarani, 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.

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

    • Residency: Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program

    • Medical School: Sardar Patel Med Coll, Rajasthan University, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India | Pramukhswami Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

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

    • English
    • Guarani
    • Hindi

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

    As a Pulmonologist, 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Asthma Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45998: Other asthma

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Pan American Life

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Suite G 09

    730 Lacey Rd Ste G

    Forked River, NJ 08731

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    Dr. Dhiren Shah's Practice 2

    27 S Cooks Bridge Rd Ste 2-10

    Jackson, NJ 08527

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    Dr. Dhiren Shah's Practice 3

    457 Jack Martin Blvd Ste 4

    Brick, NJ 08724

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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 1356337810.

    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. Dhiren Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Pulmonologist near Forked River, NJ.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center, Community Medical Center - Toms River 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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. Dhiren Shah accepting new patients in Forked River, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Dhiren Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Shah's offices are located in Forked River, NJ, Jackson, NJ, and Brick, NJ.