Physician Profile
Ava T. Shamban, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Shamban
Based in Santa Monica, CA, Ava T. Shamban, MD is listed in the NPI registry under dermatology. Ava graduated from Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn RSV University in 1982. Ava is also listed as specializing in mohs surgery / dermatologic surgery. According to Medicare claims data, Ava cared for 902 Medicare patients across 2,163 services. The services billed most often include established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more, destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths, and destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (310) 828-2282
- Email not available
Practice Locations
2021 SANTA MONICA BLVD SUITE 600E
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Dermatology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
Acne and follicular disorders
Eczema and inflammatory skin disease
- Seborrheic dermatitis
Infections and infestations
- Cellulitis
- Foot fungus
- Herpes simplex of the skin
- Molluscum contagiosum
- Scabies
- Shingles
- Warts
Pigment, growths, and benign lesions
Skin cancer
Urticaria, itch, and vascular
Autoimmune and connective tissue
Infections
- Ringworm
Rashes & allergy
- Poison Ivy
Skin growths
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
Diagnostic procedures
- Patch testing
- Skin biopsy
Lesion treatment
- Complex skin lesion excision
- Cryotherapy for skin lesions
- Electrodesiccation and curettage
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
Medical dermatology treatment
Cosmetic
Cosmetic and minor surgery
Cosmetic dermatology
Diagnostic
General dermatology
Infections
- Wart Removal
Medical dermatology
Nails & hair
- Ingrown toenail removal
Skin cancer surgery
Skin growths
- Cyst Removal
- Lipoma removal
- Skin Tag Removal
- Steroid injection for keloids
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
2,163 services · 902 patients · 13 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | Procedure | 17003 |
438 | As often as other peers in Dermatology |
| Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | Procedure | 17000 |
247 | As often as other peers in Dermatology |
| Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | Procedure | 17110 |
227 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | Procedure | 17004 |
132 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Destruction of skin growth, 15 or more growths | Procedure | 17111 |
109 | More than most peers in Dermatology |
| Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | Procedure | 11102 |
102 | As often as other peers in Dermatology |
| Injection into skin growth, 1-7 growths | Procedure | 11900 |
66 | More than most peers in Dermatology |
| Simple or single drainage of skin abscess | Procedure | 10060 |
34 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | Procedure | 11103 |
22 | Less often than most peers in Dermatology |
| Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | Drug given | J3301 |
78 | More often than most peers in Dermatology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other dermatologists at this location 1
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other dermatologists in Santa Monica 8
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 24 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn RSV University 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1982 at Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn RSV University 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 8
Providers in CA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What kind of doctor is Dr. Shamban?
Dr. Shamban is a dermatologist (skin doctor) in Santa Monica, CA. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Dermatology”.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Shamban's address?
Dr. Shamban is listed at 2021 Santa Monica Blvd Suite 600E, Santa Monica, CA 90404. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shamban?
The number on file is (310) 828-2282. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Shamban's NPI number?
Dr. Shamban's National Provider Identifier is 1003922162. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Dr. Shamban train?
Dr. Shamban attended Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn RSV University, graduating in 1982. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has Dr. Shamban been practicing?
Dr. Shamban has 44 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1982, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What procedures does Dr. Shamban perform?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Shamban performs procedures including destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths, destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth and destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Dr. Shamban confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Shamban. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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