Dr. Kamalesh T Shah
General Surgery in Allentown, Pennsylvania
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 42+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Kamalesh T Shah, MD, is a General Surgery specialist in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1982, having over 42 years of diverse experience, especially in General Surgery. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Gnaden Huetten Memorial Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Pocono Medical Center. Dr. Kamalesh T Shah also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Lehigh Valley Physician Group. Dr. Kamalesh T Shah accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (610) 402-1175 to request Dr. Kamalesh T Shah the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Kamalesh T Shah |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
4981763208 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- General Surgery (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 42 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Kamalesh T Shah graduated from medical school in 1982.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1972696417
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, October 2, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, December 7, 2015
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Kamalesh T Shah
Medical Licenses
Dr. Kamalesh T Shah has been primarily specialized in Surgical Critical Care for over 42 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Surgery / Surgical Critical Care
click for detail Surgical Critical Care A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
| MD043521E | Pennsylvania |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
click for detail Surgery A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
| MD043521EP | Pennsylvania |
- Surgery / Hospice and Palliative Medicine
click for detail Hospice and Palliative Medicine A surgeon with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
| MD043521E | Pennsylvania |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Lehighton, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Allentown, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Hazleton, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| Bethlehem, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Other |
| East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Lehigh Valley Physician Group
| Lehigh Valley Physician Group | 1050 |
Practice Locations
1240 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Ste 308
Allentown, PA 18103-6369
Phone: (610) 402-1175
Fax: (610) 402-1356
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
1243 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown, PA 18103-6365
Phone: (610) 402-4375
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
1230 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Allentown, PA 18103-6365
Phone: (610) 402-8950
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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