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Dr. Shikha Mehta, MD

Nephrologist

Birmingham, AL

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mehta, Nephrologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Shikha Mehta, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Mehta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehta’s office at (205) 934-5038.

    Is Dr. Mehta board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shikha Mehta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mehta speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Mehta typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta. 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:

    • 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:

    • Other Immune System Disorder
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Immunity Disorder
    • Immunological Disorder
    • Immune Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D8989: Other specified disorders involving the immune mechanism, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Complication
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Renal Transplant Complication
    • Kidney Graft Problem
    • Post-Kidney Transplant Issue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8610: Unspecified complication of kidney transplant

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Mehta typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shikha Mehta may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mehta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-5038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mehta accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Mehta in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    Dr. Shikha Mehta's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 934-5038

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    Dr. Shikha Mehta's Practice 2

    1717 6th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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    What is Dr. Mehta's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mehta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740493386.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehta?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mehta

    What is Dr. Shikha Mehta's specialty?

    Dr. Mehta is a Nephrologist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Shikha Mehta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mehta is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Rmc Anniston, Usa Health University Hospital, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Shikha Mehta accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Shikha Mehta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shikha Mehta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (205) 934-5038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shikha Mehta?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (205) 934-5038 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    Dr. Mehta's office is located in Birmingham, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shikha Mehta have?

    Dr. Shikha Mehta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.