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Dr. Akash Shah, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Akash Shah, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (212) 263-6202.

    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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family 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.

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Drug Reactions
    • Medication-Caused Constipation
    • Opioid-Induced Constipation
    • Constipation from Drugs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5903: Drug induced constipation

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Anorexia
    • Eating Disorder
    • Loss of appetite
    • Lack of desire to eat
    • Eating disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R630: Anorexia

    Which procedures does Dr. Shah perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akash Shah may include:

    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 (212) 263-6202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Akash Shah's Primary Practice

    160 E 34th St

    New York, NY 10016

    (212) 263-6202

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    Dr. Akash Shah's Practice 2

    550 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

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    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 1912318296.

    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. Akash Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near New York, NY. A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Akash Shah accepting new patients in New York, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Akash Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (212) 263-6202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Akash Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (212) 263-6202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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