Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melody Behnam, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (CMS: Obstetrics/Gynecology) · Ridgewood, NJ
- NPI 1467418459
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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317 Franklin Ave
Ridgewood, NJ 074503316
(201) 447-1620
fax (201) 447-4977
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 28, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207V00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New Jersey #25MA07923800
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1467418459. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
736
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$57,760
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 266 | 227 | $100 | |
Q0091 |
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory | 173 | 173 | $49 | |
G0101 |
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination | 153 | 153 | $44 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 84 | 74 | $140 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 32 | 24 | $26 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 28 | 28 | $124 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Ridgewood Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician, average services per provider: 87. This provider delivers 8.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$14
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeltis, USA INC. | 1 | $13.69 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
316
Patients
173
Total drug cost
$32,998
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | Generic | 73 | 39 | $7,349 |
| Premarin (Estrogens, Conjugated) | Brand | 43 | 20 | $17,425 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 35 | 24 | $841 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 32 | 25 | $234 |
| Fluconazole | Generic | 29 | 21 | $89 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 21 | 20 | $352 |
| Raloxifene Hcl | Generic | 21 | 0 | $924 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 14 | 12 | $371 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 14 | 12 | $665 |
| Prempro (Estrogen,Con/M-Progest Acet) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $4,432 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melody Behnam's medical specialty?
Dr. Melody Behnam practices Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician in Ridgewood, NJ.
Where does Dr. Melody Behnam practice?
Dr. Melody Behnam practices at 317 Franklin Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 074503316. Office phone: 2014471620.
What is Dr. Melody Behnam's NPI?
Dr. Melody Behnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467418459, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melody Behnam accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melody Behnam accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melody Behnam commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory (HCPCS Q0091); Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination (HCPCS G0101). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.