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Dr. Nirav Shah, MD

Critical Care Internist, Internist

Baltimore, MD

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Critical Care Internist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Nirav Shah, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Shah graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington Hospital Center Program. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, 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: Washington Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

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

    • English
    • Gujarati
    • Hindi
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Shah typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, 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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Shah typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Baltimore, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Ummc Pulmonary Disease

    22 S Greene St

    Baltimore, MD 21201

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    Dr. Nirav Shah's Practice 2

    827 Linden Ave

    Baltimore, MD 21201

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    Dr. Nirav Shah's Practice 3

    301 Hospital Dr

    Glen Burnie, MD 21061

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    What is Dr. Shah's NPI number?A 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 1821011370.

    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. Nirav Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Critical Care Internist near Baltimore, MD.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, Ummc Midtown Campus, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Wellspan York 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

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    Is Dr. Nirav Shah accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

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

    Does Dr. Nirav 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 Dr. Nirav Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Shah's offices are located in Baltimore, MD and Glen Burnie, MD.