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DR. LIGAYA BUCHBINDER HERSHMAN MD
NPI 1154339901
Dermatology in Sarasota, FL

Active since August 04, 2006PECOS Enrolled
6600 UNIVERSITY PKWY STE 302, SARASOTA, FL 34240(941) 800-5001(941) 800-5012 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 8, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 8, 2026, Apr 22, 2022, Aug 11, 2021 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Ligaya Buchbinder Hershman Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. LIGAYA BUCHBINDER HERSHMAN MD (NPI 1154339901) is an individual dermatology provider in Sarasota, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME47957) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1154339901
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LIGAYA BUCHBINDER HERSHMANCredential: MD
Location Address6600 UNIVERSITY PKWY STE 302Sarasota, FL 34240-9048
Mailing AddressPo Box 23329New York, NY 10087-3329
Phone(941) 800-5001
Fax(941) 800-5012
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 8, 20267 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 8, 2026
✔ NPI 1154339901 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME47957
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
6600 UNIVERSITY PKWY STE 302, Sarasota, FL 34240
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Mrs. Ligaya H Buchbinder Md

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 14238 W Kennedy BlvdTampa, FL 33609-2231 · Phone (813) 879-6040 · Fax (813) 879-6043
Location 23950 3rd St N Ste ASt Petersburg, FL 33703-6123 · Phone (727) 821-0612 · Fax (727) 822-5507
Location 35210 Webb RdTampa, FL 33615-4518 · Phone (813) 882-9986 · Fax (813) 882-9849

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid111458600FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Ligaya Buchbinder Hershman Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Ligaya Hershman reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Academic Alliance In Dermatology, PLLC
43 mi
Dermatology
5210 WEBB RD
Tampa, FL 33615
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 27 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538119722 (813) 882-9986

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
185 services38 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
93 services79 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
61 services53 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
50 services45 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth 11103
A biopsy of related skin growth is a procedure where a small piece of skin growth is removed for testing. If additional growths are identified, they may also be biopsied. This helps in diagnosing skin conditions and planning appropriate treatment.
49 services19 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
25 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 34240 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$87.62 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. PETER L MATTEI IV M.D.
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
6600 UNIVERSITY PKWY STE 302
SARASOTA, FL 34240
Sarasota County (941) 800-5001
KENNEDY FAYE COLEMAN
Physician Assistant
6600 UNIVERSITY PKWY STE 302
SARASOTA, FL 34240
Sarasota County (727) 220-4959
TARIKA KRISHNAMURTHY PA-C
Physician Assistant
6600 UNIVERSITY PKWY STE 302
SARASOTA, FL 34240
Sarasota County (941) 800-5001
ACADEMIC ALLIANCE IN DERMATOLOGY, PLLC
Dermatology
6600 UNIVERSITY PKWY STE 302
SARASOTA, FL 34240
Sarasota County (941) 800-5001

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Ligaya Hershman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ligaya Hershman is 1154339901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2006. The provider is also known as Mrs. Ligaya H Buchbinder MD.

Where is Ligaya Hershman located?

Ligaya Hershman practices at 6600 University Pkwy Ste 302, Sarasota, FL 34240. The listed phone number is (941) 800-5001.

What is Ligaya Hershman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Ligaya Hershman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ligaya Hershman is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Ligaya Hershman's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ligaya Hershman reassigns Medicare benefits to Academic Alliance In Dermatology, PLLC (Tampa, FL). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ligaya Hershman's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ligaya Hershman accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and 5 other insurers list Ligaya Hershman as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ligaya Hershman was last updated on April 8, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.