Dr. Benjamin Sun, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Benjamin Sun
Benjamin Sun, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Minneapolis, MN.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
37
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
State University Of New York At Stony Brook, School Of Medicine
Class of 1989
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 105231 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
| Minnesota | 53753 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Benjamin Sun
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Benjamin Sun is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at State University Of New York At Stony Brook, School Of Medicine in 1989. Dr. currently practices at Medina Medical Clinic And Urgent Care in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245287259, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Benjamin Sun as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 88 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 164 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Benjamin Sun received $79K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are elevated relative to most providers and may warrant direct inquiry about potential conflicts of interest during your visit.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$79K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 55407
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Benjamin Sun
What does Dr. Benjamin Sun specialize in?
Dr. Benjamin Sun specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Thoracic Surgery (cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery).
Where does Dr. Benjamin Sun practice?
Dr. Benjamin Sun practices at Medina Medical Clinic And Urgent Care in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Does Dr. Benjamin Sun accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Benjamin Sun accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 88 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Benjamin Sun's NPI number?
Dr. Benjamin Sun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245287259. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Benjamin Sun been practicing?
Dr. Benjamin Sun has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from State University Of New York At Stony Brook, School Of Medicine in 1989.