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Dr. Tara Shah, MD

Dr. Tara Shah, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Forest Hills, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Interventional Cardiologist in Forest Hills, NY?

    Tara Shah, MD, is an interventional cardiologist at New York-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens, specializing in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine. Dr. Shah is board certified in cardiovascular diseases, interventional cardiology, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. Dr. Shah's focus is coronary artery disease, acute myocardial infarction, cardiogenic shock, and includes complex percutaneous coronary and bypass graft interventions, as well as, structural and peripheral interventions. She performs procedures at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens and Weill Cornell Medical Center. Active in research, Dr. Shah has been published in medical journals, including Circulation Cardiovascular Imaging and American Journal of Cardiology, and has presented her work at annual medical conferences. She is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a member of the American Heart Association as well as the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. After graduating from Case Western Reserve School of Medicine, Dr. Shah completed her internal medicine residency at Yale University-Yale New Haven Hospital. She completed fellowships in clinical cardiology and interventional cardiology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell.
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    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

    Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Shah typically treat?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Forest Hills, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Forest Hills Multispecialty

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Forest Hills Multispecialty

    112-05 Queens Boulevard

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Tara Shah?

    Dr. Shah has appointments available at her Forest Hills, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

    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 1558660779.

    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. Tara Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is an Interventional Cardiologist near Forest Hills, NY.

    What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

    A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Queens 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. 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 Dr. Tara Shah accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Tara Shah offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shah, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Shah?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shah, or contact the office for more information.

    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Shah's office is located in Forest Hills, NY.