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Dr. Vaqar Shah, MD

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Overview of Dr. Vaqar Shah, MD

Dr. Vaqar Shah, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Buffalo, NY. 

Dr. Shah works at Practice in Buffalo, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Magnesium Metabolism Disorders, Mineral Metabolism Disorders and Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Shah's Office Locations

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    Erie County Medical Center
    462 Grider St, Buffalo, NY 14215 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 898-3000

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    About Dr. Vaqar Shah, MD

    Specialties
    • Nephrology
    Specialties
    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1356750350
    NPI Number
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    Education & Certifications

    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Shah accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Shah has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Shah has seen patients for Magnesium Metabolism Disorders, Mineral Metabolism Disorders and Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Shah on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Shah, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Shah appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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