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Dr. Ami Mehta, MD

Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist

Norfolk, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mehta, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Ami Mehta, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA. Dr. Mehta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehta’s office at (757) 668-7007.

    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 Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mehta typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Trisomy 18
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Edwards Syndrome
    • Mosaic Trisomy 18

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q911: Trisomy 18, mosaicism (mitotic nondisjunction)

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocephalus at Birth (Unspecified Type)
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Congenital Water on the Brain
    • Infant Hydrocephalus
    • Undiagnosed Hydrocephalus in Newborns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q039: Congenital hydrocephalus, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mehta typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ami 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 (757) 668-7007 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mehta accept in Norfolk, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    Dr. Ami Mehta's Primary Practice

    601 Childrens Ln

    Norfolk, VA 23507

    (757) 668-7007

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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 1194068940.

    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. Ami Mehta's specialty?

    Dr. Mehta is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Norfolk, VA.

    What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Mehta is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Riverside Shore Memorial 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 Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Ami Mehta accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

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

    Does Dr. Ami Mehta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (757) 668-7007 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (757) 668-7007 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    Dr. Mehta's office is located in Norfolk, VA.