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Dr. Afaf Shah, MD

Pasadena, TX

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. 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 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 as an 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 an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    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

    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:

    • 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:

    • Right Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Leg Cut
    • Right Leg Injury
    • Open Sore on Right Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent 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:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3

    What procedures does an Adult Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?

    As an Adult Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    St Lukes Pt Medical Center

    4600 E Sam Houston Pkwy S

    Pasadena, TX 77505

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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 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.

    What does an Adult Medicine Specialist do?

    The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one.

    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, Memorial Hermann Katy 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 an Adult Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Adult 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 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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