Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. George Behrend, M.D.
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Ypsilanti, MI
- NPI 1659331783
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5333 McAuley Drive, Suite 4003
Ypsilanti, MI 481971099
(734) 712-3470
fax (734) 712-2935 - Mailing address
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5333 McAuley Dr Rm 4003
Ypsilanti, MI 481971099
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 2, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4301074037
- Medicaid
- MI #4301074037
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1659331783. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
13,382
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$654,862
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q9967 |
Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml | 5,119 | 74 | $0 | |
J1756 |
Injection, iron sucrose, 1 mg | 3,400 | 14 | $0 | |
J0881 |
Injection, darbepoetin alfa, 1 microgram (non-esrd use) | 2,800 | 12 | $3 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 422 | 84 | $345 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 223 | 114 | $80 | |
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 212 | 143 | $50 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 144 | 16 | $281 | |
36902 |
Insertion of needle and/or tube into hemodialysis circuit and balloon dilation of dialysis segment with review by radiologist | 133 | 100 | $1,203 | |
90970 |
Dialysis services, per day, less than full month service (20 years or older) | 123 | 19 | $9 | |
99153 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure, each additional 15 minutes | 100 | 52 | $11 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Ypsilanti Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 688. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$295
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bard Peripheral Vascular, INC. | 6 | $168.89 | |
| Mozarc Medical US LLC | 1 | $48.15 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $22.53 | |
| Akebia Therapeutics INC | 1 | $20.29 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 1 | $18.40 | |
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $16.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
373
Patients
85
Total drug cost
$32,908
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 47 | 18 | $16,621 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 46 | 15 | $389 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 43 | 25 | $4,325 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 37 | 13 | $306 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 28 | 0 | $372 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 25 | 14 | $109 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 24 | 0 | $188 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 21 | 0 | $345 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 19 | 0 | $78 |
| Bumetanide | Generic | 15 | 0 | $1,464 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. George Behrend's medical specialty?
Dr. George Behrend practices Nephrology Physician in Ypsilanti, MI.
Where does Dr. George Behrend practice?
Dr. George Behrend practices at 5333 McAuley Drive, Ypsilanti, MI 481971099. Office phone: 7347123470.
What is Dr. George Behrend's NPI?
Dr. George Behrend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659331783, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. George Behrend accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. George Behrend accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. George Behrend commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml (HCPCS Q9967); Injection, iron sucrose, 1 mg (HCPCS J1756); Injection, darbepoetin alfa, 1 microgram (non-esrd use) (HCPCS J0881). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.