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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Adult Medicine Specialist in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Afaf Shah, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, TX. She has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Shah graduated from King Edward Medical University and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: King Edward Medical University
Is Dr. Shah board certified in Adult Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Afaf Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?
As a Adult Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension
- High Venous Pressure with Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
- I87323: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with inflammation of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Open Wound on Lower Back and Pelvis
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
- Lower Back Wound
- Pelvic Wound
- Deep Cut on Back
- Traumatic Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
- S31000D: Unspecified open wound of lower back and pelvis without penetration into retroperitoneum, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Vein Problems with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Leg Ulcers from Poor Circulation
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87333: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
- Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Pressure Sore
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
- Bedsore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89214: Pressure ulcer of right hip, stage 4
- L89613: Pressure ulcer of right heel, stage 3
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- SCC on Right Leg
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Skin Cancer on Right Hip
- Right Lower Limb SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44722: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
Also known as:
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Foot Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers
- Foot Wounds from Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes Foot Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E10621: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Which procedures does Dr. Shah perform as a Adult Medicine Specialist?
As a Adult Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Afaf Shah may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Shah in Pasadena, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1376739185.
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. Afaf Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Adult Medicine Specialist near Pasadena, TX. The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Afaf Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Adult Medicine Specialist?
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Is Afaf Shah accepting new patients in Pasadena, TX?
Yes, Dr. Afaf Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afaf Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afaf Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afaf Shah have?
Dr. Afaf Shah is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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Pasadena, TX 77505