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Dr. Gopi Shah, MD

San Diego, CA

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    Who is Dr. Shah, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Gopi Shah, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shah graduated from TULANE UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (858) 309-7701.

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

    • Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- | TULANE UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
    • Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
    • Long-term Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
    • Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Laryngomalacia at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue
    • Floppy Larynx (Congenital)
    • Soft Voice Box Cartilage
    • Congenital Laryngomalacia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia
    • Q315: Congenital laryngomalacia

    Also known as:

    • Neck Abscess
    • Peritonsillar Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Skin Abscess on Neck
    • Neck Boil
    • Cervical Abscess
    • Quinsy
    • Throat abscess
    • Tonsil infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0211: Cutaneous abscess of neck
    • J36: Peritonsillar abscess

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Breathing Problems
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Nosebleed
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Epistaxis
    • Bleeding nose
    • Nasal hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R040: Epistaxis

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Nose
    • Nose Bone Break
    • Fractured Nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    What procedures does Dr. Shah perform?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Adenoid Removal for Children
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
    • Tonsil and adenoid removal
    • T&A surgery
    • Throat surgery for tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Direct Laryngoscopy with Microscope
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Larynx Scope
    • Tracheoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31526: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Nose Scope
    • Rhinoscope
    • Nasal Examination with Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Also known as:

    • Auditory Evoked Potentials (Hearing Threshold)
    • AEP Hearing Test
    • Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
    • Hearing Threshold Estimation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92652: Auditory evoked potentials; for threshold estimation at multiple frequencies, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 309-7701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Shah in San Diego, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Gopi Shah's Primary Practice

    3030 Childrens Way

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 309-7701

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    Dr. Gopi Shah's Practice 2

    5323 Harry Hines Blvd

    Dallas, TX 75390

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    Dr. Gopi Shah's Practice 3

    8200 Walnut Hill Ln

    Dallas, TX 75231

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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 1558556969.

    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. Gopi Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near San Diego, CA. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Shah is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Childrens Egleston Hospital, Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital, Childrens Hughes Spalding Hospital, Piedmont Newnan. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gopi Shah accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Gopi Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (858) 309-7701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gopi Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (858) 309-7701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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