Dr. Akshay Vijay Shah

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 20+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Akshay Vijay Shah, MD, is a Gastroenterology specialist in Glendale, Arizona. He attended and graduated from Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University in 2004, having over 20 years of diverse experience, especially in Gastroenterology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Scottsdale Healthcare-Thompson Peak Hospital, Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn Medical Center, Scottsdale Healthcare-Shea Medical Center. Dr. Akshay Vijay Shah also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Scottsdale Healthcare Corporation. Dr. Akshay Vijay Shah may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Akshay Vijay Shah at 5130 W Thunderbird Rd to request Dr. Akshay Vijay Shah the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 5130 W Thunderbird Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306-4879
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Akshay Vijay Shah
Gender Male
PECOS ID 4486788445
Sole Proprietor Yes - He owns 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

  • Gastroenterology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 20 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    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. Akshay Vijay Shah attended and graduated from Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University in 2004.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1003040981
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Thursday, May 7, 2009
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does not 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. Akshay Vijay Shah

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Akshay Vijay Shah has been primarily specialized in Gastroenterology for over 20 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Gastroenterology
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    Gastroenterology
    An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Scottsdale Healthcare Corporation


Practice Locations

5130 W Thunderbird Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306-4879
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 Thursday, April 17, 2014, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, September 28, 2011. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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