Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ganesh Shankar, MD, PHD
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Boston, MA
- NPI 1023339314
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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55 Fruit St., Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 726-5143
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 19, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #264888
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1023339314. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
955
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$435,833
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
22614 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine | 143 | 40 | $410 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 120 | 120 | $182 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 103 | 95 | $140 | |
63048 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment | 64 | 21 | $221 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 63 | 45 | $271 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 44 | 43 | $196 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 40 | 39 | $184 | |
22842 |
Placement of stabilizing device to back, 3-6 spine bone segments | 38 | 37 | $801 | |
22214 |
Incision or removal of lower spine bone segment | 37 | 36 | $830 | |
22633 |
Fusion of spine in lower back with partial removal of spine bone and disc | 37 | 37 | $1,945 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 38 peers in Boston Neurological Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 39. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$5,883
Transactions
30
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| DePuy Synthes Products, INC. | 2 | $2,992.00 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 15 | $1,438.85 | |
| Globus Medical, INC. | 8 | $1,185.08 | |
| Medical Device Business Services, INC. | 4 | $138.88 | |
| Icotec Medical INC. | 1 | $127.82 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ganesh Shankar's medical specialty?
Dr. Ganesh Shankar practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Boston, MA.
Where does Dr. Ganesh Shankar practice?
Dr. Ganesh Shankar practices at 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114. Office phone: 6177265143.
What is Dr. Ganesh Shankar's NPI?
Dr. Ganesh Shankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023339314, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ganesh Shankar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ganesh Shankar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ganesh Shankar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Fusion of additional segment of spine (HCPCS 22614); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.