Alexander Behnaz, MD
NPI 1902398449 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Behnaz, MD is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1902398449).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902398449
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101269864 (VA)
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
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,489 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 | 747 | $126 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 126 | $166 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 80 | $95 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 68 | $132 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 57 | $98 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 186 | 83 |
| Methocarbamol | 109 | 49 |
| Meloxicam | 65 | 27 |
| Baclofen | 62 | 29 |
| Pregabalin | 60 | 23 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 55 | 20 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 49 | 16 |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$8,260 across 131 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 825 Fairfax Ave Ste 310Norfolk, VA 23507-1912Phone: (757) 446-6190
- 1250 E Marshall St # 980509Richmond, VA 23298-5051Phone: (804) 828-9726
- 332 Newtown RdVirginia Beach, VA 23462-1793Phone: (757) 473-8400
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-05-31
- Last updated
- 2026-04-29
- Certified
- 2026-04-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Behnaz's NPI number?
- Alexander Behnaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902398449, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Behnaz's specialty?
- Alexander Behnaz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Behnaz located?
- Alexander Behnaz's practice location on file with NPPES is 3471 5th Ave Bldg Suite402, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3215.
- What is Alexander Behnaz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Behnaz is (412) 692-4572.
- Does Alexander Behnaz accept Medicare?
- Alexander Behnaz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Behnaz's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Behnaz's NPI (1902398449) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.