Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Simon Behar, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Miami, FL
- NPI 1982706958
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 82.6 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 306
Miami, FL 331762131
(305) 596-9966
fax (305) 596-5752
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 6, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #ME62911
- Medicaid
- FL #37293100
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982706958. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
389
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$52,662
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 107 | 91 | $137 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 58 | 42 | $86 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 49 | 49 | $112 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 39 | 35 | $95 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 32 | 32 | $143 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 30 | 30 | $178 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 21 | 21 | $136 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 21 | 21 | $284 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 19 | 19 | $123 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 13 | 13 | $207 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in Miami Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 60. This provider delivers 6.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,568
Transactions
134
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 22 | $427.27 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 25 | $375.55 | |
| Qol Medical, LLC | 22 | $325.97 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 14 | $177.15 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 8 | $169.51 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 11 | $152.33 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 6 | $100.35 | |
| Celltrion USA INC. | 4 | $95.30 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 4 | $89.57 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 4 | $83.74 | |
| Ardelyx, INC. | 4 | $78.42 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 2 | $63.50 | |
| Madrigal Pharmaceuticals | 3 | $60.69 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 3 | $51.05 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 2 | $50.07 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,576
Patients
648
Total drug cost
$603,776
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 457 | 160 | $8,201 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 193 | 75 | $4,642 |
| Clenpiq (Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Ac) | Brand | 164 | 160 | $27,622 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 158 | 50 | $9,614 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 147 | 54 | $1,964 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 75 | 25 | $1,361 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 65 | 13 | $25,535 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 60 | 28 | $266,414 |
| Zenpep (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 52 | 23 | $189,662 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 50 | 25 | $512 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Simon Behar's medical specialty?
Dr. Simon Behar practices Gastroenterology Physician in Miami, FL.
Where does Dr. Simon Behar practice?
Dr. Simon Behar practices at 8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 306, Miami, FL 331762131. Office phone: 3055969966.
What is Dr. Simon Behar's NPI?
Dr. Simon Behar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982706958, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Simon Behar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Simon Behar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Simon Behar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.