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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Nephrologist in Riverside, RI?
Dr. Ankur Shah, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Riverside, RI with 2 additional practice locations. 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 (401) 649-4060.
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ankur Shah may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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 (401) 649-4060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Riverside, RI?
Dr. Shah in Riverside, RI 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 Rhode Island
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Network Health
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Ankur Shah's Primary Practice
375 Wampanoag Trl Ste 302A
Riverside, RI 02915
(401) 649-4060
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 1043653116.
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. Ankur Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Nephrologist near Riverside, RI.
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 this Dr. Ankur Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Brigham And Women's 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ankur Shah accepting new patients in Riverside, RI?
Yes, Dr. Ankur Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ankur Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (401) 649-4060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ankur Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (401) 649-4060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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