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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shah, Family Medicine Specialist in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Dharmesh Shah, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Shah graduated from Rural Medical College of Pravara Medical Trust and completed his residency at North Oakland Medical Centers. Dr. Shah is fluent in English 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 (757) 543-6861.
Where did Dr. Shah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Oakland Medical Centers | Oakland Physicians Medical Center Program
Medical School: Pravara Rural Med College | Rural Medical College of Pravara Medical Trust
Is Dr. Shah board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Dharmesh 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
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:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
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:
- Social and Emotional Changes After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke emotional issues
- Personality changes after ischemic stroke
- Social difficulties from stroke
- Cognitive-emotional deficits after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69315: Cognitive social or emotional deficit following cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, 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
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shah typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dharmesh 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 (757) 543-6861 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shah accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Shah in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Continental Life Insurance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
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 1942264775.
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. Dharmesh Shah's specialty?
Dr. Shah is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chesapeake, VA.
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. Dharmesh Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shah is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General 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
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Is Dharmesh Shah accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. Dharmesh Shah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dharmesh Shah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (757) 543-6861 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dharmesh Shah?
Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (757) 543-6861 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dharmesh Shah have?
Dr. Dharmesh Shah is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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