Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in La Mirada, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shah?
Dr. Nishit Shah is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anorectal Disorders, Colon & Rectal Cancer, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Mirada, CA community, Dr. Shah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Gujarati
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy Through Stoma
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Stoma Colonoscopy
- Diagnostic Stoma Scope
- Colostomy Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 44388: Colonoscopy through stoma; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Perianal Fistula Repair
- Anal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 553-8322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in La Mirada, CA?
Dr. Shah in La Mirada, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Shah affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shah has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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 1023052537.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shah