Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Jay Shah, DO is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (210) 358-5437.
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
- K51919: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified with unspecified complications
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Regional Enteritis with Complications
- Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
- K50919: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with unspecified complications
- K50819: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Which procedures does Dr. Shah perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jay Shah may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
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 (210) 358-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Shah in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Community First Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Molina
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Jay Shah's Primary Practice
903 W Martin St Fl 6
San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 358-5437
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 1912133505.
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. Jay Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near San Antonio, TX. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jay Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Jay Shah accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jay Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (210) 358-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (210) 358-5437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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