Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Cardiologist in Dover, OH?
Dr. Akbar Shah, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Dover, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shah graduated from Aga Khan University and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shah is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (330) 454-8076.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center | Louisiana State University Medical Center
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Internal Medicine | State University of New York - Internal Medicine | University at Buffalo School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Aga Khan University | Quaid-e-Azam Medical College
Is Dr. Shah board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Akbar Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Akbar Shah may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Shah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 454-8076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Dover, OH?
Dr. Shah in Dover, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Aultman Health Foundation
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
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 1366421109.
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. Akbar Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Cardiologist near Dover, OH.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Akbar Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Aultman Hospital, Aultman Orrville Hospital, Union Hospital - Dover, Oh, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Wvu Medicine Weirton Medical Center 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 Akbar Shah accepting new patients in Dover, OH?
Yes, Dr. Akbar Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akbar Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (330) 454-8076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akbar Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (330) 454-8076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akbar Shah have?
Dr. Akbar Shah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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