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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Specialist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Apurva Shah, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Shah completed his residency at Bapt Meml Hlth Ctr/Albert Einstein. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (661) 949-0131.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bapt Meml Hlth Ctr/Albert Einstein
Medical School: GUJARAT UNIVERSITY / N.H.L. MUNICIPAL MEDICAL COLLEGE | Gujarat University / Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College
Is Dr. Shah board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Apurva Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a 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:
- Autism Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
- ASD Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
- Early Autism Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1341: Encounter for autism screening
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 949-0131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Shah in Lancaster, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Apurva Shah's Primary Practice
921 W Avenue J Ste C
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 949-0131
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 1467521989.
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. Apurva Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Specialist near Lancaster, CA.
Is this Dr. Apurva Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City 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
When to see a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Apurva Shah accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Apurva Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Apurva Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (661) 949-0131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Apurva Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (661) 949-0131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Apurva Shah have?
Dr. Apurva Shah is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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