James Behr, M.D.
NPI 1306859145 · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Amherst, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Behr, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Amherst, NY (NPI 1306859145).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1306859145
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 279268 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,196 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 272 | $121 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 121 | $159 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 104 | $258 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 93 | $244 |
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 85 | $182 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 1,054 | 350 |
| Pregabalin | 260 | 78 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 245 | 106 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 199 | 83 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 157 | 78 |
| Methocarbamol | 149 | 74 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 138 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$600 across 18 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-14
- Last updated
- 2023-02-14
- Certified
- 2023-02-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Behr's NPI number?
- James Behr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306859145, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Behr's specialty?
- James Behr is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Behr located?
- James Behr's practice location on file with NPPES is 3925 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226-1738.
- What is James Behr's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Behr is (716) 250-9999.
- Does James Behr accept Medicare?
- James Behr is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Behr's NPI active?
- Yes — James Behr's NPI (1306859145) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-02-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.