Elisabeth Shim, MD
NPI 1518013689 · Dermatology Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (mds) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Elisabeth Shim, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1518013689).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518013689
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A65723 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
5,322 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,867 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 679 | $98 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 493 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 386 | $138 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 378 | $101 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 173 | 127 |
| Cephalexin | 149 | 116 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 80 | 61 |
| Fluorouracil | 61 | 60 |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 38 | 35 |
| Hydrocortisone | 37 | 36 |
| Amoxicillin | 36 | 26 |
| Mupirocin | 36 | 24 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-25
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Elisabeth Shim's NPI number?
- Elisabeth Shim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518013689, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Elisabeth Shim's specialty?
- Elisabeth Shim is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Elisabeth Shim located?
- Elisabeth Shim's practice location on file with NPPES is 1301 20th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404.
- What is Elisabeth Shim's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Elisabeth Shim is (310) 315-0171.
- Does Elisabeth Shim accept Medicare?
- Elisabeth Shim is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Elisabeth Shim's NPI active?
- Yes — Elisabeth Shim's NPI (1518013689) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.