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Dr. Samir Shah, MD

Huntington Beach, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shah, Ophthalmologist in Huntington Beach, CA?

    Dr. Samir Shah, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Huntington Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (714) 965-9696.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shah?

    Dr. Samir Shah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cataract-Complex, Cornea Transplant, Laser Refractive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Huntington Beach/CA community, Dr. Shah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Shah board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Samir Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, 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:

    • Cataract
    • Age-Related Nuclear Cataract
    • Other Age-Related Cataract
    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Nuclear Sclerotic Cataract
    • Central Lens Clouding
    • Other Senile Cataract
    • Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2510: Age-related nuclear cataract, unspecified eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2589: Other age-related cataract
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25019: Cortical age-related cataract, unspecified eye
    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
    • H04129: Dry eye syndrome of unspecified lacrimal gland

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma
    • High Eye Pressure
    • Optic Nerve Damage
    • Eye Pressure Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
    • H4089: Other specified glaucoma
    • H40009: Preglaucoma, unspecified, unspecified eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
    • Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetic Macular Edema
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Eczema
    • Eczema on Right Lower Eyelid
    • Eczema
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Eyelid dermatitis
    • Atopic dermatitis of eyelid
    • Itchy eyelid rash
    • Atopic Dermatitis of Eyelid
    • Right Lower Eyelid Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01135: Eczematous dermatitis of left lower eyelid
    • H01132: Eczematous dermatitis of right lower eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Eye Blood Vessel
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Retinal Vascular Occlusion
    • Eye Stroke
    • Blocked Retinal Vessel

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H349: Unspecified retinal vascular occlusion

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Disorder
    • Corneal problems
    • Eye surface conditions
    • Keratopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H18893: Other specified disorders of cornea, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Shah perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, 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:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Corneal Lesion Removal (Keratectomy)
    • Pterygium Removal with Graft
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Corneal Excision
    • Lamellar Keratectomy
    • Partial Cornea Removal
    • Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 65400: Excision of lesion, cornea (keratectomy, lamellar, partial), except pterygium
    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Advanced Cataract Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with IOL
    • Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Plug Insertion
    • Punctal Plug Insertion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Plugs

    CPT Codes:

    • 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 965-9696 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Huntington Beach, CA?

    Dr. Shah in Huntington Beach, 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

    • Alliant Techsystems

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Samir Shah's Primary Practice

    18582 Main St

    Huntington Beach, CA 92648

    (714) 965-9696

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    Dr. Samir Shah's Practice 2

    4870 Barranca Pkwy Ste 210

    Irvine, CA 92604

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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 1871545434.

    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. Samir Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Ophthalmologist near Huntington Beach, CA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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

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    Is Samir Shah accepting new patients in Huntington Beach, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Samir Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (714) 965-9696 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samir Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (714) 965-9696 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Samir Shah have?

    Dr. Samir Shah is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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