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19 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Nishith Shah, MD is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chandler, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Shah graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (480) 814-9500.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Southern Illinois Univ 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 Dr. Shah treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, 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:
- Mouth Sores or Lesions
- Leukoplakia
- Mouth Infection
- Mouth Disorder
- Abscess
- Cellulitis
- Oral Lesions
- Mouth Ulcers
- Oral Mucosa Issues
- White Patches in Mouth', 'Oral Leukoplakia', 'Smoker's Keratosis
- Oral Abscess
- Mouth Cellulitis
- Dental Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- K1370: Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa
- K1321: Leukoplakia of oral mucosa, including tongue
- K122: Cellulitis and abscess of mouth
Also known as:
- Bilateral TMJ Joint Pain
- Stiff Both Jaw Joints (TMJ)
- Stiff Left Jaw Joint (TMJ)
- Right TMJ Joint Stiffness
- Right TMJ Joint Pain
- Left Jaw Joint Pain (TMJ)
- Both Jaw Joints Disc Problem (TMJ)
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- Both side jaw joint pain
- Bilateral TMJ pain
- Both side temporomandibular arthralgia
- Bilateral TMJ adhesions
- Both jaw joints fused
- Ankylosis of bilateral temporomandibular joint
- Left TMJ adhesions
- Left jaw joint fusion
- Ankylosis of left temporomandibular joint
- Right fused jaw joint
- Right stiff jaw joint
- Right TMJ ankylosis
- Right jaw joint pain
- Right TMJ pain
- Right temporomandibular arthralgia
- Left TMJ pain
- Pain in left jaw joint
- Arthralgia of left temporomandibular joint
- Bilateral TMJ disc displacement
- Both jaw joints clicking
- Articular disc disorder of bilateral temporomandibular joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M26623: Arthralgia of bilateral temporomandibular joint
- M26613: Adhesions and ankylosis of bilateral temporomandibular joint
- M26612: Adhesions and ankylosis of left temporomandibular joint
- M26611: Adhesions and ankylosis of right temporomandibular joint
- M26621: Arthralgia of right temporomandibular joint
- M26622: Arthralgia of left temporomandibular joint
- M26633: Articular disc disorder of bilateral temporomandibular joint
Also known as:
- Jaw Cyst
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Cyst in Jaw Bone
- Odontogenic Cyst
- Jaw Lesion
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2740: Unspecified cyst of jaw
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Also known as:
- Impacted Teeth
- Tooth Disorder
- Stuck teeth', 'Unerupted teeth', 'Teeth that won't come in
ICD-10 Codes:
- K011: Impacted teeth
Also known as:
- Underdeveloped Upper Jaw
- Enlarged Upper Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Small upper jaw
- Maxillary undergrowth
- Maxillary hypoplasia
- Maxillary overgrowth
- Upper jaw enlargement
- Maxillary hyperplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2602: Maxillary hypoplasia
- M2601: Maxillary hyperplasia
Also known as:
- Osteonecrosis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Aseptic Necrosis
- Bone Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- M87180: Osteonecrosis due to drugs, jaw
Also known as:
- Salivary Gland Mucocele
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Mucous Cyst
- Oral Mucocele
- Salivary Gland Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- K116: Mucocele of salivary gland
Also known as:
- Retained Metal Fragments
- Foreign Bodies
- Metal object stuck inside body
- Embedded metal
- Metal shard inside body
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1810: Retained metal fragments, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Cheekbone Fracture
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Zygomatic Fracture
- Broken Cheekbone
- Malar Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0240BA: Malar fracture, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does Dr. Shah perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, 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:
- Open Bone Biopsy (Deep)
- Biopsy
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Surgical Bone Biopsy
- Humeral Shaft Biopsy
- Femoral Shaft Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20245: Biopsy, bone, open; deep (eg, humeral shaft, ischium, femoral shaft)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Jaw Tumor or Cyst
- Jawbone Reconstruction with Fixation
- Jaw Bone Removal
- Mandible Tumor Excision
- Jaw Cyst Removal
- Benign Jaw Lesion Surgery
- Mandibular Sagittal Split Osteotomy
- Jawbone Reshaping Surgery
- Internal Jaw Fixation
- Mandible Bone Excision
- Jaw Osteomyelitis Surgery
- Bone Abscess Removal (Jaw)
CPT Codes:
- 21040: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of mandible, by enucleation and/or curettage
- 21196: Reconstruction of mandibular rami and/or body, sagittal split; with internal rigid fixation
- 21025: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); mandible
Also known as:
- Custom Oral Surgical Splint
- Surgical Mouth Splint
- Oral Appliance Fabrication
- Custom Dental Splint
- Jaw Splint Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 21085: Impression and custom preparation; oral surgical splint
Also known as:
- TMJ Manipulation with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Temporomandibular Disorders
- Jaw joint manipulation
- Therapeutic TMJ procedure
- TMJ adjustment under anesthesia
CPT Codes:
- 21073: Manipulation of temporomandibular joint(s) (TMJ), therapeutic, requiring an anesthesia service (ie, general or monitored anesthesia care)
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Maxilla or Zygoma Tumor Removal
- Cheekbone Tumor Excision
- Upper Jaw Cyst Removal
- Facial Bone Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21030: Excision of benign tumor or cyst of maxilla or zygoma by enucleation and curettage
Also known as:
- Midface Reconstruction with Bone Grafts
- LeFort I Osteotomy
- Midface Advancement Surgery
- Jaw and Face Bone Graft
CPT Codes:
- 21145: Reconstruction midface, LeFort I; single piece, segment movement in any direction, requiring bone grafts (includes obtaining autografts)
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Graft
- Mandible Bone Graft
- Jaw Reconstruction with Bone
CPT Codes:
- 21215: Graft, bone; mandible (includes obtaining graft)
Also known as:
- Complex Cheekbone Fracture Repair
- Malar Fracture Open Reduction
- Zygomatic Arch Fracture Surgery
- Comminuted Cheekbone Fracture Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 21365: Open treatment of complicated (eg, comminuted or involving cranial nerve foramina) fracture(s) of malar area, including zygomatic arch and malar tripod; with internal fixation and multiple surgical approaches
Also known as:
- Removal of Mouth Lesion with Complex Repair
- Gum or Jawbone Lesion Removal
- Oral Mucosa Lesion Excision
- Mouth Vestibule Lesion Removal
- Complex Mouth Repair
- Dentoalveolar Lesion Excision
- Oral Tumor Removal
- Gum Growth Removal
CPT Codes:
- 40814: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; with complex repair
- 41826: Excision of lesion or tumor (except listed above), dentoalveolar structures; with simple repair
Also known as:
- Removal of Growth Inside the Mouth with Simple Repair
- Oral Lesion Excision
- Mouth Vestibule Lesion Removal
- Buccal Mucosa Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 40812: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; with simple repair
Also known as:
- Tongue Lesion Removal (Front Two-Thirds)
- Anterior Tongue Lesion Excision
- Tongue Growth Removal
- Tongue Biopsy and Closure
CPT Codes:
- 41112: Excision of lesion of tongue with closure; anterior two-thirds
Also known as:
- Mouth Vestibule Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Oral Vestibule Biopsy
- Inner Lip Biopsy
- Mouth Lining Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 40808: Biopsy, vestibule of mouth
Also known as:
- Drain Tooth or Gum Infection
- Dentoalveolar Abscess Drainage
- Oral Cyst Drainage
- Gum Hematoma Drainage
- Dental Abscess Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 41800: Drainage of abscess, cyst, hematoma from dentoalveolar structures
Also known as:
- Removal of Oral Lesion or Tumor
- Dentoalveolar Lesion Excision
- Gum Tumor Removal
- Oral Growth Removal
CPT Codes:
- 41825: Excision of lesion or tumor (except listed above), dentoalveolar structures; without repair
Also known as:
- Palate or Uvula Lesion Removal
- Roof of Mouth Lesion Excision
- Uvula Growth Removal
- Oral Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42106: Excision, lesion of palate, uvula; with simple primary closure
Also known as:
- Oromaxillary Fistula Repair
- Oral fistula repair
- Maxillary sinus fistula closure
- Mouth-to-sinus fistula repair
- Oroantral fistula repair
CPT Codes:
- 30580: Repair fistula; oromaxillary (combine with 31030 if antrotomy is included)
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 814-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Shah in Chandler, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmeriBen
Bankers Fidelity
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Nishith Shah's Primary Practice
2450 W Ray Rd Ste 1
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 814-9500
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 1114940335.
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. Nishith Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Chandler, AZ. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nishith Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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 Nishith Shah accepting new patients in Chandler, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Nishith Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nishith Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (480) 814-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nishith Shah?
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