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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Nephrologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Samir Shah, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (858) 552-7528.
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Lupus
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Type 1 Diabetes Kidney Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1022: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Shah perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Samir Shah may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shah's office.
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 552-7528 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Shah in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
Scripps Health
State of Arizona
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Samir Shah's Primary Practice
9455 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 552-7528
Dr. Samir Shah's Practice 3
220 W. Arbor Dr. Dept 8781
San Diego, CA 92103
(858) 552-7528
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 1437217841.
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. Samir Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Nephrologist near San Diego, CA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Samir Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial 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
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Is Samir Shah accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Samir Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samir Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (858) 552-7528 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samir Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (858) 552-7528 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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