Ellen R Shammash, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Ellen R Shammash is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Woodbury, MN with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across MN can see Ellen R Shammash, MD in person in Woodbury or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at New York University School of Medicine (class of 1988), she has been practicing for over 38 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1088dNPPES updated 2023-05-31 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4040 Radio Dr, Woodbury, MN 55129-3237
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.11%
Minnesota avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Minnesota1.11% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
190
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
223
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,257
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.39M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.40 / 1.00
Below-average 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 · 1988
Nyu Grossman School of Medicine
Board certified · May 30, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
New York University School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
4200 Dahlberg Dr Ste 300, Golden Valley, MN 55422-4841
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Ellen R Shammash
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ellen R Shammash for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Woodbury 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 Ellen R Shammash
NPI records show Dr. Shammash as active with telehealth listed in Woodbury, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (651) 439-8807.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ellen R Shammash
Practice Location
4040 Radio Dr, Woodbury, MN 55129-3237
Mailing Address
4200 Dahlberg Dr Ste 300, Golden Valley, MN 55422-4841
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