Simon Behar, M.D.
NPI 1982706958 · Gastroenterology Physician · Miami, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Simon Behar, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Miami, FL (NPI 1982706958).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982706958
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME62911 (FL)
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
373 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 | 87 | $134 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 58 | $95 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 48 | $97 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 43 | $81 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 34 | $177 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 481 | 160 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 191 | 66 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 182 | 177 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 156 | 53 |
| Sucralfate | 152 | 51 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 90 | 39 |
| Mesalamine | 72 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,568 across 149 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
- 2006-09-01
- Last updated
- 2020-03-06
- Certified
- 2020-03-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Simon Behar's NPI number?
- Simon Behar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982706958, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Simon Behar's specialty?
- Simon Behar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Simon Behar located?
- Simon Behar's practice location on file with NPPES is 8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 306, Miami, FL 33176-2131.
- What is Simon Behar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Simon Behar is (305) 596-9966.
- Does Simon Behar accept Medicare?
- Simon Behar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Simon Behar's NPI active?
- Yes — Simon Behar's NPI (1982706958) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-03-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.