George Behrend, M.D.
NPI 1659331783 · Nephrology Physician · Ypsilanti, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
George Behrend, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Ypsilanti, MI (NPI 1659331783).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659331783
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301074037 (MI)
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
20 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
1,558 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 346 | $343 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 196 | $79 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 163 | $275 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 140 | $50 |
| Insertion of Needle And/Or Tube Into Hemodialysis Circuit and Balloon Dilation of Dialysis Segment With Review By Radiologist36902 | 77 | $1,136 |
| Insertion of Tube Into Chest Or Arm Artery, Each First Order Branch36215 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 69 | 23 |
| Calcium Acetate | 47 | 19 |
| Furosemide | 34 | 12 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 33 | 11 |
| Losartan Potassium | 25 | — |
| Lisinopril | 23 | — |
| Gabapentin | 18 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$295 across 11 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
- 2006-03-24
- Last updated
- 2025-12-02
- Certified
- 2025-12-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is George Behrend's NPI number?
- George Behrend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659331783, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is George Behrend's specialty?
- George Behrend is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is George Behrend located?
- George Behrend's practice location on file with NPPES is 5333 Mcauley Drive, Ypsilanti, MI 48197-1099.
- What is George Behrend's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for George Behrend is (734) 712-3470.
- Does George Behrend accept Medicare?
- George Behrend is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is George Behrend's NPI active?
- Yes — George Behrend's NPI (1659331783) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.