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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Tifton, GA?
Dr. Apurva Shah, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Tifton, GA. Dr. Shah graduated from Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (229) 382-7120.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Apurva Shah may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
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 (229) 382-7120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Tifton, GA?
Dr. Shah in Tifton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Mail Handlers
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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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 1174694137.
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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Tifton, GA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Apurva Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Tift Regional 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 Apurva Shah accepting new patients in Tifton, GA?
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 (229) 382-7120 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 (229) 382-7120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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