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Dr. Johar Shah, MD

Dr. Johar Shah, MD

York, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Psychiatrist in York, PA?

    Dr. Johar Shah, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in York, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (717) 339-2710.

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

    • Medical School: Khyber Medical College

    Is Dr. Shah board certified as a Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Johar 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

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shah typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar II Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar 2
    • Bipolar with hypomania and depression
    • Mild bipolar disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3181: Bipolar II disorder
    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 339-2710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in York, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    6 Wellspan Palliative Medicine

    1001 S George St Fl 2

    York, PA 17403

    (717) 339-2710

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    Dr. Johar Shah's Practice 2

    40 V Twin Dr

    Gettysburg, PA 17325

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    Dr. Johar Shah's Practice 3

    25 Monument Rd

    York, PA 17403

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    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 1558432393.

    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. Johar Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Psychiatrist near York, PA.

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Wellspan York Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital, Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital 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 a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. 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 Johar Shah accepting new patients in York, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Johar Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (717) 339-2710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Johar Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (717) 339-2710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Johar Shah have?

    Dr. Johar Shah is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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