Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Shamita Shah, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (504) 842-4015.
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, 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:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine with Fistula
- Crohn's Disease with Fistula
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine with Fistula
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Fistulas
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Colitis with Fistula', 'Large Bowel Crohn's with Fistula
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Fistula
- Crohn's Disease with Abnormal Connection', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Fistula', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Fistula
- Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
- Regional Enteritis with Fistula', 'Small Bowel Crohn's with Fistula
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Regional Enteritis with Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
- K50113: Crohn's disease of large intestine with fistula
- K50813: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with fistula
- K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication
- K50819: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with unspecified complications
- K50013: Crohn's disease of small intestine with fistula
- K50919: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Rectosigmoiditis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Rectosigmoiditis
- Inflammation of Rectum and Sigmoid Colon
- Distal Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis with Complications
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Complications
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Colitis
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
- K5130: Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis without complications
- K51019: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with unspecified complications
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
- K51919: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Pouchitis
- After Surgery
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Inflammation of Intestinal Pouch
- J-Pouch Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K91850: Pouchitis
Which procedures does Dr. Shah perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shamita Shah may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
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 (504) 842-4015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Shah in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health System
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Shamita Shah's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-4015
Recognitions
Publications
Fecal D Testing for Colorectal Neoplasia in IBD: Could it be as Simple as a Stool Study?
Gastroenterology, 2013
Enhanced imaging technologies in detecting dysplasia in IBD: rrowing or widening our options?
Gastroenterology, 2012
Fast routes to new therapies: what do epilepsy and inflammatory bowel disease have in common?
Gastroenterology, 2012
Plant extract: a tural immune booster for ulcerative colitis.
Gastroenterology, 2011
Stretching the limits in Crohn's disease.
Gastroenterology, 2011
Capsule Endoscopy in the Diagnosis of Suspected Small Bowel Involvement with Crohn's Disease
DIGESTIVE DISEASES AND SCIENCES, 2011
Probiotics for ulcerative colitis ... Are the good bugs back?
Gastroenterology, 2010
Incidence and Risk of Intestil and Extra
DIGESTIVE DISEASES AND SCIENCES, 2010
Atypical Rectal Bleeding: The Challenge of Diagnosing Mild Ulcerative Colitis
DIGESTIVE DISEASES AND SCIENCES, 2010
Risks and benefits of the use of concomitant immunosuppressives and biologics
REVIEWS IN GASTROENTEROLOGICAL DISORDERS, 2008
Intravenous cyclosporin in severe steroid-refractory ulcerative colitis: Long-term follow-up
Oral presentation DDW 2008, 2008
Treatment of diarrhea in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: Concepts and cautions
REVIEWS IN GASTROENTEROLOGICAL DISORDERS, 2007
Restoring a gastroenterology fellowship match: A trainee perspective
AMERICAN JOURL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY, 2004
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 1740302710.
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. Shamita Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Gastroenterologist near New Orleans, LA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shamita Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
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Is Shamita Shah accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Shamita Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shamita Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (504) 842-4015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shamita Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (504) 842-4015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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