Dr. Veeral Shah, MD, PHD
Cincinnati, OH
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Veeral Shah, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, 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 (305) 243-2020.
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus 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 here.
Also known as:
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Other Optic Atrophy
- Swelling of the Optic Disc from Increased Brain Pressure
- Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
- Miscellaneous optic nerve wasting
- Unspecified optic nerve degeneration
- Different types of optic atrophy
- Papilledema with intracranial pressure
- Optic disc edema from high ICP
- Swollen optic nerve due to brain pressure
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Underdeveloped optic nerve
- Small optic nerve
- Optic nerve underdevelopment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
- H47293: Other optic atrophy, bilateral
- H4711: Papilledema associated with increased intracranial pressure
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H47033: Optic nerve hypoplasia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Involuntary eye movements
- Dancing eyes
- Oscillating eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5509: Other forms of nystagmus
Also known as:
- Congenital Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- X-linked infantile nystagmus
- Infantile Nystagmus
- Born with Nystagmus
- Childhood Nystagmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5501: Congenital nystagmus
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Shah performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Shah in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1528387610.
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. Veeral Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Cincinnati, OH.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Veeral Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Iu Health North 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 Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Veeral Shah accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Veeral Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Veeral Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (305) 243-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Veeral Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (305) 243-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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