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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kamal Shah, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX 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 (832) 631-9091.
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 Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine 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.
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder with Withdrawal
- Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms
- Alcohol Withdrawal
- Alcohol Use Disorder with Alcohol-Related Problems
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol
- Alcohol withdrawal syndrome
- Alcohol dependence withdrawal
- Alcohol detox
- Alcohol Detoxification
- Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
- Alcoholism Withdrawal
- Quitting Alcohol Symptoms
- Alcohol detoxification
- Alcohol cessation symptoms
- Alcohol-Induced Conditions
- Alcoholism with Other Issues
- Problem Drinking with Other Disorders
- Alcohol-Related Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10239: Alcohol dependence with withdrawal, unspecified
- F10939: Alcohol use, unspecified with withdrawal, unspecified
- F10139: Alcohol abuse with withdrawal, unspecified
- F1099: Alcohol use, unspecified with unspecified alcohol-induced disorder
Also known as:
- Opioid Withdrawal
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid detox
- Opioid withdrawal syndrome
- Coming off opioids
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal
Also known as:
- Undetermined Fentanyl Poisoning
- Fentanyl Overdose (Unknown Cause)
- Fentanyl Toxicity (Unclear Intent)
- Mystery Fentanyl Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- T40414A: Poisoning by fentanyl or fentanyl analogs, undetermined, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Prescription Sedative Dependence with Withdrawal
- Medicines
- Sedative Withdrawal Syndrome
- Hypnotic Withdrawal
- Anxiolytic Withdrawal Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F13239: Sedative, hypnotic or anxiolytic dependence with withdrawal, unspecified
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kamal Shah may include:
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 (832) 631-9091 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Shah in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
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 1821388075.
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. Kamal Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Kamal Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Oakbend Medical Center, Christus Ochsner Lake Area 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 an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist. 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 Kamal Shah accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kamal Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kamal Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (832) 631-9091 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kamal Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (832) 631-9091 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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