Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Elisabeth Shim, MD
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (MDS)) · Santa Monica, CA
- NPI 1518013689
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 32 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1301 20Th St, Suite 570
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 315-0171
fax (310) 828-6647
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A65723
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518013689. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,744
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$520,777
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 1,638 | 264 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 627 | 432 | $99 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 454 | 327 | $60 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 375 | 293 | $106 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 299 | 224 | $139 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 188 | 116 | $57 | |
17004 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | 127 | 84 | $191 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 127 | 103 | $726 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 125 | 67 | $463 | |
88331 |
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block | 110 | 91 | $113 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in Santa Monica Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 199. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
720
Patients
592
Total drug cost
$19,693
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 163 | 121 | $5,095 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 121 | 103 | $441 |
| Mometasone Furoate | Generic | 75 | 58 | $2,005 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 57 | 56 | $5,181 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 46 | 40 | $235 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 45 | 40 | $295 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 36 | 31 | $1,588 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 30 | 22 | $908 |
| Lidocaine-Prilocaine (Lidocaine/Prilocaine) | Brand | 28 | 26 | $426 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 27 | 20 | $77 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Elisabeth Shim's medical specialty?
Dr. Elisabeth Shim practices Dermatology Physician in Santa Monica, CA.
Where does Dr. Elisabeth Shim practice?
Dr. Elisabeth Shim practices at 1301 20Th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404. Office phone: 3103150171.
What is Dr. Elisabeth Shim's NPI?
Dr. Elisabeth Shim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518013689, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Elisabeth Shim accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Elisabeth Shim accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Elisabeth Shim commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.