22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Physiatrist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Chirag Shah, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Shah completed his residency at Rush University Medical Center - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, 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 (312) 942-8905.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush University Medical Center - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Medical School: Rush Medical College (Education)
Is Dr. Shah board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Chirag Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 2010
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Chirag Shah may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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 (312) 942-8905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Shah in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Chirag Shah's Primary Practice
1725 W Harrison St Ste 118
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-8905
What hospitals are Dr. Shah affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shah has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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 1861643801.
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. Chirag Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Physiatrist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is Dr. Chirag Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Chirag Shah accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Chirag Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chirag Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (312) 942-8905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chirag Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (312) 942-8905 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Shah's office is located in Chicago, IL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chirag Shah have?
Dr. Chirag Shah is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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