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Dr. Syed Shah, MD

Las Vegas, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Nephrologist in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. Syed Shah, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shah graduated from Ayrb Medical College. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (702) 877-1887.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shah?

    Dr. Syed Shah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant Medicine-Kidney, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Las Vegas/NV community, Dr. Shah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Ayrb Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Shah 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.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • PTLD
    • Lymphoma after transplant
    • Transplant-related lymphoproliferation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D47Z1: Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD)

    Also known as:

    • Long-term Systemic Steroid Use
    • Steroids
    • Chronic systemic corticosteroid use
    • Oral steroid therapy long-term
    • Systemic steroid medication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7952: Long term (current) use of systemic steroids

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Which procedures does Dr. Shah perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Syed Shah may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shah's office.

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 877-1887 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Las Vegas, NV?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Partners Healthcare

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Syed Shah's Primary Practice

    500 S Rancho Dr Ste 12

    Las Vegas, NV 89106

    (702) 877-1887

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    Dr. Syed Shah's Practice 2

    3150 W Charleston Blvd

    Las Vegas, NV 89102

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    Dr. Syed Shah's Practice 3

    1294 S Jones Blvd

    Las Vegas, NV 89146

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    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 1639369630.

    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. Syed Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Nephrologist near Las Vegas, NV. 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. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with St. Rose Dominican Hospital - Siena Campus 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

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    Is Syed Shah accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?

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

    Does Dr. Syed Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (702) 877-1887 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Syed Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (702) 877-1887 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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