Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ben Waldau, M.D.
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Sacramento, CA
- NPI 1982879524
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
4860 Y St Ste 3740
Sacramento, CA 958172307
(916) 734-3658
fax (916) 703-5368
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 11, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A121095
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982879524. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
258
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$59,704
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 41 | 13 | $82 | |
36224 |
Insertion of tube into internal neck artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist | 24 | 22 | $286 | |
76937 |
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access | 24 | 22 | $14 | |
61645 |
Removal of blood clot and injection to dissolve blood clot from head artery using fluoroscopic guidance | 20 | 19 | $835 | |
75898 |
Imaging of blood vessel | 20 | 17 | $90 | |
75894 |
Review by radiologist of image for insertion of material to block blood flow | 19 | 17 | $71 | |
76377 |
3d radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing | 19 | 18 | $40 | |
61624 |
Occlusion of central nervous system or spinal cord artery | 18 | 16 | $1,114 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 17 | 17 | $13 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 16 | 16 | $138 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Sacramento Neurological Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 836. This provider delivers 0.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$31,409
Transactions
32
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 28 | $30,846.71 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 1 | $256.19 | |
| Penumbra, INC. | 1 | $140.84 | |
| Route 92 Medical, INC. | 1 | $126.31 | |
| Imperative Care, INC | 1 | $38.95 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ben Waldau's medical specialty?
Dr. Ben Waldau practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Sacramento, CA.
Where does Dr. Ben Waldau practice?
Dr. Ben Waldau practices at 4860 Y St Ste 3740, Sacramento, CA 958172307. Office phone: 9167343658.
What is Dr. Ben Waldau's NPI?
Dr. Ben Waldau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982879524, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ben Waldau accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ben Waldau accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ben Waldau commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Insertion of tube into internal neck artery for diagnosis or treatment with review by radiologist (HCPCS 36224); Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access (HCPCS 76937). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.