Beth-Ann Shanker, MD
Beth-Ann Shanker is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in Ypsilanti, MI with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
Beth-Ann Shanker, MD has practiced colon & rectal surgery for 19+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (class of 2007), she has been practicing for over 19 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3624dNPPES updated 2016-06-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5325 Elliott Dr Suite 104, Ypsilanti, MI 48197-8633
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better11.36%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
11.36% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.2%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
165
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
106
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
176
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$4.2k received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Beth-Ann Shanker's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.71 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
19 years in practice
Experienced
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
Taxonomy: 208C00000X
Education & Training
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 2007)
Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Beth-Ann Shanker
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Beth-Ann Shanker for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Ypsilanti required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beth-Ann Shanker
Dr. Shanker is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ypsilanti, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 712-8150.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
5325 Elliott Dr Suite 104, Ypsilanti, MI 48197-8633
Mailing Address
5325 Elliott Dr Suite 104, Ypsilanti, MI 48197-8633
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