49 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaha, Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Ashok Shaha, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified. Dr. Shaha is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaha’s office at (646) 227-3813.
Where did Dr. Shaha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Memorial Sloan - Kettering Cancer Center
What languages does Dr. Shaha speak?
Dr. Shaha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Shaha treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Shaha 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. Shaha. 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Thyroid Growth of Unknown Type
- Thyroid Disease
- Thyroid tumor of uncertain nature
- Thyroid lesion of uncertain behavior
- Indeterminate thyroid mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D440: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Enlarged Thyroid Gland
- Simple Goiter
- Thyroid Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
- Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
- Papillary Thyroid Cancer
- Follicular Thyroid Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85850: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of thyroid
Also known as:
- Benign Thyroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Thyroid Disease
- Non-cancerous thyroid growth
- Benign thyroid neoplasm
- Thyroid nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- D34: Benign neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Shaha perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ashok Shaha may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shaha's office.
Does Dr. Shaha accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 227-3813 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaha accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Shaha in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health New England
Medicare
MetroPlus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Shaha's office located?
What is Dr. Shaha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487636502.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaha
What is Dr. Ashok Shaha's specialty?
Dr. Shaha is a Surgeon near New York, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Shaha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashok Shaha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaha is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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
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Is Ashok Shaha accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ashok Shaha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashok Shaha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaha's office at (646) 227-3813 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashok Shaha?
Please contact Dr. Shaha's office at (646) 227-3813 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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