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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbia, PA?
Dr. Shefali Shah, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Shah graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed her residency at West Suburban Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (717) 684-9106.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: West Suburban Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine | West Suburban Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct | University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shah board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shefali Shah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shefali Shah may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (717) 684-9106 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Columbia, PA?
Dr. Shah in Columbia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health Physicians
306 N 7th St
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 684-9106
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 1659344273.
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. Shefali Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbia, PA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Shefali Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Penn Medicine Lancaster General 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Shefali Shah accepting new patients in Columbia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shefali Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shefali Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (717) 684-9106 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shefali Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (717) 684-9106 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shefali Shah have?
Dr. Shefali Shah is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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