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Dr. Ankoor Shah, MD, PHD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shah, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Ankoor Shah, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Shah completed his residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Is Dr. Shah board certified in Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ankoor Shah, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
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 Dr. Shah treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Inward Turning Eye
- Esotropia
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Walleye
- Monofixation Syndrome
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Monofixation esotropia
- Microstrabismus
- Small eye turn
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5042: Monofixation syndrome
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
- H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Optic Nerve Disc Birth Defect
- Birth Defects
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Congenital Optic Disc Anomaly
- Infant Optic Nerve Head Malformation
- Eye Nerve Disc Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q142: Congenital malformation of optic disc
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Congenital Cataract
- Birth Defects
- Eye Disease
- Baby Cataract
- Cataract at Birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q120: Congenital cataract
Also known as:
- Recessed Eye Chamber Angle
- Eye Disease
- Angle recession
- Eye drainage angle damage
- Traumatic angle recession
ICD-10 Codes:
- H21552: Recession of chamber angle, left eye
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:
- Family history of eye Disorder
- Inherited eye condition risk
- Genetic predisposition to eye problems
- Family history of vision issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z83518: Family history of other specified eye disorder
Also known as:
- Chamber Angle Recession
- Eye Disease
- Angle Recession Glaucoma
- Traumatic Angle Recession
ICD-10 Codes:
- H21551: Recession of chamber angle, right eye
Which procedures does Dr. Shah perform as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ankoor Shah may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shah's office.
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Shah in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1528122819.
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. Ankoor Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Boston, MA. An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ankoor Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shah is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital, Mass Eye And Ear - Main Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ankoor Shah accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ankoor Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ankoor Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ankoor Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ankoor Shah have?
Dr. Ankoor Shah is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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