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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Bushra Shah, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR. She has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Shah graduated from King Edward Medical University. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, 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 (501) 552-4777.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: King Edward Medical University
What languages does Dr. Shah speak?
Dr. Shah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically treat?
As a Geriatric 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bushra Shah may include:
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 (501) 552-4777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Shah in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Select Founders
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shah's office located?
Dr. Bushra Shah's Primary Practice
1 Saint Vincent Cir Ste 210
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 552-4777
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 1417910670.
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. Bushra Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Little Rock, AR.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Bushra Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Uams Medical 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bushra Shah accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Bushra Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bushra Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (501) 552-4777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bushra Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (501) 552-4777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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