Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Nephrologist in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Hitesh Shah, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shah graduated from Jawarharlal Nehru Medical College and completed his residency at Flushing Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (516) 465-5260.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Residency: Flushing Hospital Medical Center
Medical School: Jawarharlal Nehru Medical College
Is Dr. Shah board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Hitesh 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
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Renal Failure
- Kidney Shutdown
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N19: Unspecified kidney failure
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Low or No Urine Output
- Urine and Urination
- Anuria
- Oliguria
- Little urine production
- No urine production
ICD-10 Codes:
- R34: Anuria and oliguria
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Obstruction or Reflux
- Bladder Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Uropathy
- Urinary Tract Blockage
- Urine Backflow Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N139: Obstructive and reflux uropathy, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shah perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hitesh Shah may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (516) 465-5260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Great Neck, NY?
Dr. Shah in Great Neck, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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 1437282324.
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. Hitesh Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Nephrologist near Great Neck, NY. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hitesh Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Long Island Jewish 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
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Is Hitesh Shah accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hitesh Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hitesh Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (516) 465-5260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hitesh Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (516) 465-5260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hitesh Shah have?
Dr. Hitesh Shah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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