Behnam Shenassa, M.D.
NPI 1134229966 · Urology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Behnam Shenassa, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1134229966).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134229966
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A76062 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
12,774 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Non-Automated81000 | 2,574 | $4 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 2,125 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,771 | $99 |
| Electronic Assessment of Bladder Emptying51741 | 1,536 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 822 | $138 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 607 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 2,128 | 420 |
| Finasteride | 1,733 | 338 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 750 | 173 |
| Doxazosin Mesylate | 552 | 116 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 522 | 106 |
| Dutasteride | 371 | 61 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 297 | 81 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$951 across 36 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-22
- Last updated
- 2020-08-27
- Certified
- 2020-08-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Behnam Shenassa's NPI number?
- Behnam Shenassa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134229966, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Behnam Shenassa's specialty?
- Behnam Shenassa is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Behnam Shenassa located?
- Behnam Shenassa's practice location on file with NPPES is 2750 W Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90041-1050.
- What is Behnam Shenassa's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Behnam Shenassa is (818) 241-3125.
- Does Behnam Shenassa accept Medicare?
- Behnam Shenassa is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Behnam Shenassa's NPI active?
- Yes — Behnam Shenassa's NPI (1134229966) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.