Dr. Amit A Shah
Geriatric Medicine in Dallas, Texas
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 22+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Amit A Shah, MD, is a Geriatric Medicine specialist in Dallas, Texas. He attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 2002, having over 22 years of diverse experience, especially in Geriatric Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Ut Southwestern University Hospital, Parkland Health And Hospital System, Mayo Clinic Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas. Dr. Amit A Shah also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas. Dr. Amit A Shah may accept Medicare Assignment. Call (214) 645-8650 to request Dr. Amit A Shah the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Amit A Shah |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
9335145242 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Geriatric Medicine (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 22 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. Amit A Shah attended and graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 2002.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1518981638
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does 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. Amit A Shah
Medical Licenses
Dr. Amit A Shah has been primarily specialized in Geriatric Medicine for over 22 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Internal Medicine / Geriatric Medicine
click for detail Geriatric Medicine An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.
| 48664 | Arizona |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 48664 | Arizona |
- Internal Medicine / Hospice and Palliative Medicine
click for detail Hospice and Palliative Medicine An internal medicine physician 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.
| 48664 | Arizona |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Dallas, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - State |
| Dallas, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
| Phoenix, Arizona | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Dallas, Texas | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- The University Of Texas Pathology
| University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas | 1383 |
Practice Locations
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Utsw Gim/Geriatrics (8889)
Dallas, TX 75390-8889
Phone: (214) 645-8650
Fax: (214) 645-8669
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
5303 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 75390-7208
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
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, February 27, 2015, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, April 8, 2015. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Amit A Shah [NPI: 1518981638]Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine