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Dr. David Shih, MD

Nephrologist

North Dartmouth, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shih, Nephrologist in North Dartmouth, MA?

    Dr. David Shih, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in North Dartmouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shih completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Nephrology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shih is fluent in English, Chinese, and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shih’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shih’s office.

    Where did Dr. Shih go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Nephrology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma

    Is Dr. Shih board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Shih, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shih speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Portuguese

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shih typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Shih 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. Shih. 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Shih typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Shih may include:

    Please contact Dr. Shih's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Shih accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shih accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shih accept in North Dartmouth, MA?

    Dr. Shih in North Dartmouth, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shih's office located?

    Dr. David Shih's Primary Practice

    537 Faunce Corner Rd

    North Dartmouth, MA 02747

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    Dr. David Shih's Practice 2

    851 Middle St Ste 2100

    Fall River, MA 02721

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    Dr. David Shih's Practice 3

    3119 Cranberry Hwy Ste 5

    East Wareham, MA 02538

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    What is Dr. Shih's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Shih's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134197429.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shih?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shih

    What is Dr. David Shih's specialty?

    Dr. Shih is a Nephrologist near North Dartmouth, MA.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is Dr. David Shih affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shih is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma, Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Tufts 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

    When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. David Shih accepting new patients in North Dartmouth, MA?

    Yes, Dr. David Shih is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Shih offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shih's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Shih?

    Please contact Dr. Shih's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shih's office located?

    Dr. Shih's offices are located in North Dartmouth, MA, Fall River, MA, and East Wareham, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Shih have?

    Dr. David Shih is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.