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Dr. Nirav Shah, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Nirav Shah, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Shah graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Ny Medical College, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (925) 295-4000.

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

    • Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Ny Medical College, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Shah board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Nirav Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Skin infection
    • Bacterial skin inflammation
    • Acute skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nirav Shah may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 295-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Shah in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Nirav Shah's Primary Practice

    1425 S Main St

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

    (925) 295-4000

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    Dr. Nirav Shah's Practice 2

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shah affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shah has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
    Antioch Medical Center,Antioch, CA
    Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus,Oakland, CA

    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 1154409217.

    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. Nirav Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Nirav Shah accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Nirav Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (925) 295-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (925) 295-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Shah's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA and Richmond, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nirav Shah have?

    Dr. Nirav Shah is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.