Dr. Rakesh Shah
Last updated: Jun 24, 2008

Dr. Rakesh Shah

  • Gender: Male
  • Experience: 18 years
  • Graduated from: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
  • Graduation year: 2003
  • Sole propriator: No
  • NPI: 1609037449

Dr. Rakesh Shah M.D., D.M.D.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

He is located at 1919 7th Avenue South in Birmingham, AL 35294. Can help patients with the following: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Gum Disease / Gingivitis, Oral Cancer Examination, Root Canal, Root Canals. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609037449. Appointment can be made via the phone number (205) 934-5334. He is affiliated with 2 practices.

Conditions treated

Dr. Rakesh Shah, being an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Rakesh Shah.

  • Bad Breath
  • Bleeding Gums
  • Cavities
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Cracked Tooth
  • Dental Bridges
  • Dental Crowns and Caps
  • Dental Emergency
  • Dental Exam and Cleaning
  • Dental Implants
  • Dental Malocclusion
  • Dentin Hypersensitivity
  • Dentures
  • General Oral Health
  • Gum Disease / Gingivitis
  • Invisalign
  • Laser
  • Oral Cancer Examination
  • Oral Pain
  • Pericoronitis
  • Root Canal
  • Root Canals
  • Sinus Tract
  • Teeth Grinding
  • Teeth Sensitivity
  • Teeth Straightening
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
  • Tongue Problems
  • Tooth Extraction
  • Traumatic Dental Injury
  • Veneers
  • Wisdom Teeth Removal

Procedures Performed by Dr. Rakesh Shah

ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks

Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Rakesh Shah as in-network for the following 2026 plans.

Health plans

Ambetter of Alabama

Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Show all 18 plans from Ambetter of Alabama
Ambetter of Alabama plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Complete Gold EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Elite Bronze EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Elite Gold EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Enhanced Diabetes Care Silver with $0 Drug Options + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Everyday Bronze EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Focused Silver EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Expanded Bronze EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Gold EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Gold Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Silver EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients
Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental EPO · Silver Preferred Not accepting new patients

Dental plans

BEST Life

Network data as of Sep 8, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

BEST Life plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
BEST Life Essential Basic Dental Plan PPO · Low In Network Accepting new patients
BEST Life Essential Value Dental Plan PPO · Low In Network Accepting new patients
BEST Life Preferred Dental Plan PPO · High In Network Accepting new patients
BEST Life Superior Dental Plan PPO · High In Network Accepting new patients

Delta Dental PPO

Network data as of Sep 12, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Delta Dental PPO plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Delta Dental PPO Basic Plan for Families PPO · Low Delta Dental PPO Accepting new patients
Delta Dental PPO Preferred Plan for Families PPO · High Delta Dental PPO Accepting new patients
Delta Dental PPO Preventive Plan for Families PPO · Low Delta Dental PPO Accepting new patients

Humana

Network data as of Sep 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Humana plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Humana Dental Smart Choice - High PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
Humana Dental Smart Choice - Lite PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
Humana Dental Smart Choice - Low PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

Renaissance Dental

Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Renaissance Dental plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Alabama Preferred Plan PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
Alabama Preferred Plan (Pediatric Only) PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
Alabama Preferred Plus Plan PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
Alabama Preferred Plus Plan (Pediatric Only) PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
Alabama Wellness Essentials Plan PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY

Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

TRUASSURE INSURANCE COMPANY plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
TruAssure Basic Adult or Child Dental Plan PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients
TruAssure Preferred Adult or Child Dental Plan PPO · High Preferred Accepting new patients
TruAssure Preventive Dental Plan PPO · Low Preferred Accepting new patients

This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Rakesh Shah is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.

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Studies

UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Graduated in 2003

Additional Specialities

  • Dentist

Affiliated practices

University of Alabama Birmingham
1919 7th Avenue South
Birmingham, 35233 AL
(205) 934-2340
Madison Oral & Facial Surgery
44 Hughes Road
Madison, 35758 AL
(256) 774-3535

Questions & Answers

Does Dr. Rakesh Shah accept patients with Ambetter of Alabama?

Yes, Dr. Rakesh Shah is listed in-network for Ambetter of Alabama through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.

What conditions does Dr. Rakesh Shah treat?

Dr. Rakesh Shah provides treatment for Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Gum Disease / Gingivitis, Oral Cancer Examination, Root Canal, Root Canals. For the full list see this list.

Does Dr. Rakesh Shah have affiliation with practices?

Dr. Rakesh Shah is affiliated with University of Alabama Birmingham. For the full list of practices see this list.

Where can you meet with Dr. Rakesh Shah?

Dr. Rakesh Shah's office is located at 1919 7th Avenue South in Birmingham, AL 35294.