Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Shanker, MD
Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Long Beach, CA
- NPI 1477843167
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5901 E 7Th St
Long Beach, CA 90822
(562) 826-8000 - Mailing address
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14004 Chandler Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 914015736
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 7, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A123184
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477843167. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
69
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$9,201
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00811 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | 45 | 45 | $136 | |
00731 |
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope | 13 | 13 | $141 | |
00812 |
Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope | 11 | 11 | $115 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Long Beach Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 35. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Shanker's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Shanker practices Anesthesiology Physician in Long Beach, CA.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Shanker practice?
Dr. Benjamin Shanker practices at 5901 E 7Th St, Long Beach, CA 90822. Office phone: 5628268000.
What is Dr. Benjamin Shanker's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Shanker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477843167, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Shanker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Shanker accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Shanker commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00811); Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 00731); Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope (HCPCS 00812). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.