Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
University Of Rochester
601 Elmwood Ave, 
Rochester, NY 

Overview

Ummara Shah is a Rheumatologist in Rochester, New York. Dr. Shah has been practicing medicine for over 18 years is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Year

2008

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Hospital Affiliations

Strong Memorial Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital District Physicians Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Chinese Community Health
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
MVP Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

University of Rochester
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
Other Locations
Rheumatology Clinic-Henrietta
400 Red Creek Dr Ste 240, Rochester, NY 14623

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


1 Clinical Trials

A Phase II Controlled Trial of Allogeneic Mesenchymal Stem Cells for the Treatment of Refractory Lupus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ummara Shah

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ummara Shah?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ummara Shah by calling their office at 585-275-2891. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ummara Shah a top-rated expert for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ummara Shah is classified as an Distinguished expert for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Ummara Shah specialize in?

While Dr. Ummara Shah is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Ummara Shah participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ummara Shah has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). You can view a list of Dr. Ummara Shah's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ummara Shah accept my insurance?

Dr. Ummara Shah accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 585-275-2891 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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