Behdad Besharatian, MD
NPI 1255620878 · Nephrology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Behdad Besharatian, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1255620878).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255620878
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD460523 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
419 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 163 | $80 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 82 | $120 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 37 | $17 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 33 | $132 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 30 | $171 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 149 | 39 |
| Carvedilol | 130 | 30 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 93 | 25 |
| Famotidine | 80 | 15 |
| Losartan Potassium | 72 | 20 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 69 | 12 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 67 | 14 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-04-04
- Last updated
- 2019-04-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Behdad Besharatian's NPI number?
- Behdad Besharatian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255620878, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Behdad Besharatian's specialty?
- Behdad Besharatian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Behdad Besharatian located?
- Behdad Besharatian's practice location on file with NPPES is 3400 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
- What is Behdad Besharatian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Behdad Besharatian is (215) 662-2638.
- Does Behdad Besharatian accept Medicare?
- Behdad Besharatian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Behdad Besharatian's NPI active?
- Yes — Behdad Besharatian's NPI (1255620878) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.