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Who is Dr. Shah, Nephrologist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Chintan Shah, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (561) 496-1160.
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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Shah typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chintan Shah may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (561) 496-1160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Shah in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Health Plan
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Uf Health Congenital Heart Center Medical Plaza
1600 SW Archer Rd Ste 100371
Gainesville, FL 32610
(561) 496-1160
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 1487968137.
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. Chintan Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Nephrologist near Gainesville, FL.
What does a Nephrologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Chintan 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: Uf Health Shands Hospital, Uf Health Spanish Plaines Hospital. 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chintan Shah accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Chintan Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chintan Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (561) 496-1160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chintan Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (561) 496-1160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Shah
Uf Health Congenital Heart Center Medical Plaza
1600 SW Archer Rd Ste 100371
Gainesville, FL 32610