VISHAL M. SHAH M.D. – NPI #1134280126
Orthopaedic Surgery
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
VISHAL SHAH is an orthopaedic surgeon located in SUGAR LAND, TX. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1134280126 to VISHAL SHAH on December 13, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207X00000X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Orthopaedic Surgery.
The NPI profile was previously updated about 4 years ago on Jul 27, 2022. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for VISHAL SHAH below.
NPI Profile for
VISHAL M. SHAH
(more than 19 years ago)
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478 Phone: (713) 486-7080 Fax:
HOUSTON, TX 77030-1526 Phone: Fax:
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Identifiers for VISHAL SHAH
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| Description | Issuer | State | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTHER | AETNA | TX | 7817872 |
| OTHER | BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD | TX | 8A5231 |
| OTHER | RAILROAD MEDICARE | TX | P01026668 |
| OTHER | RAILROAD MEDICARE | TX | P00800510 |
| OTHER | US DEPT. OF LABOR | TX | 182635700 |
| MEDICAID | TX | 200637104 | |
| MEDICAID | TX | 200637105 | |
| MEDICAID | TX | 200637101 | |
| MEDICAID | TX | 200637103 | |
| MEDICAID | TX | 200637102 |
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207X00000X - Orthopaedic Surgery (Primary) |
TX | M2803 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
VISHAL SHAH is affiliated with the following medical group(s):
- HOSPITAL
- HOUSTON METHODIST SUGARLAND HOSPITAL16655 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 - MEMORIAL HERMANN SUGAR LAND HOSPITAL17500 W GRAND PARKWAY SOUTH
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479 - SUGAR LAND SURGICAL HOSPITAL LLP16906 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
- HOUSTON METHODIST SUGARLAND HOSPITAL16655 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY
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