Elizabeth Anne Arena, M.D.
Elizabeth Anne Arena is a Surgical Oncology Surgery specialist based in Los Angeles, CA with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 21 years in surgery, Elizabeth Anne Arena, M.D. is a long-established surgical oncology surgery specialist in Los Angeles. A New York University School of Medicine graduate since 2005, she brings 21+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 159dNPPES updated 2025-12-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better38.46%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+33.4 pts)
38.46% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
186
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
27
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
39
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $248
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$383 received from industry
11 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Elizabeth Anne Arena's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Nyu Grossman School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 16, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
Taxonomy: 2086X0206X
Education & Training
New York University School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
2200 Santa Monica Blvd John Wayne Cancer Institute, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2302
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210032
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Elizabeth Anne Arena for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Los Angeles 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 Elizabeth Anne Arena
Dr. Arena is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Los Angeles, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (213) 947-4938.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Elizabeth Anne Arena
Practice Location
8635 W 3rd St Ste 880w, Los Angeles, CA 90048-6155
Mailing Address
2200 Santa Monica Blvd John Wayne Cancer Institute, Santa Monica, CA 90404-2302
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