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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sejal Shah, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, German, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (650) 497-8000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shah?
Dr. Sejal Shah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adrenal Disorders, Pituitary Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palo Alto, CA community, Dr. Shah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, 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:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sejal Shah may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
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 (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Shah in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
California Water Service Group
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
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 1912111360.
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. Sejal Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Sejal Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sejal Shah accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sejal Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sejal Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sejal Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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