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Dr. Sumit Shah, MD

Medical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Medical Oncologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Sumit Shah, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (650) 498-6000.

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

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

    • English
    • Gujarati

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Shah typically treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, 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:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Kidney Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Tumor
    • Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
    • Renal Cancer
    • Kidney Tumor
    • Renal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
    • C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal cancer
    • Kidney carcinoma
    • Renal cell carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Cancer
    • Bladder Cancer
    • Kidney Cancer
    • Urologic Cancer
    • Genitourinary Cancer
    • Urinary System Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C689: Malignant neoplasm of urinary organ, unspecified

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Shah typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Shah performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
    • Intravesical Chemotherapy
    • Bladder Drug Instillation
    • Anticancer Bladder Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
    • Straight Catheterization
    • Intermittent Catheterization
    • Urine Retention Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 51701: Insertion of non-indwelling bladder catheter (eg, straight catheterization for residual urine)

    Also known as:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Stanford, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Advantage

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Sumit Shah's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 498-6000

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    Dr. Sumit Shah's Practice 2

    2585 Samaritan Dr

    San Jose, CA 95124

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    Dr. Sumit Shah's Practice 3

    875 Blake Wilbur Dr

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    What is Dr. Shah's NPI number?A 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 1942529227.

    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. Sumit Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Medical Oncologist near Stanford, CA.

    What does a Medical Oncologist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula 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

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    Is Dr. Sumit Shah accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Sumit Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (650) 498-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sumit Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (650) 498-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Shah's offices are located in Stanford, CA, San Jose, CA, and Palo Alto, CA.