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MS. MERCEDES ESTHER BEHAR MD
NPI 1124670757
Internal Medicine in New York, NY

Active since July 13, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
506 LENOX AVE, NEW YORK, NY 10037(212) 939-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 24, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 24, 2024, Sep 20, 2022, Jul 13, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Ms. Mercedes Esther Behar Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MS. MERCEDES ESTHER BEHAR MD (NPI 1124670757) is an individual internal medicine provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (318721) and active in the NPI registry since July 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Alexandria Bay.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124670757
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMS. MERCEDES ESTHER BEHARCredential: MD
Location Address506 LENOX AVENew York, NY 10037-1802
Mailing Address1110 Sw 103rd CtMiami, FL 33174-2746 · (305) 720-4839
Phone(212) 939-1000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateJuly 13, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateApril 24, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 24, 2024
✔ NPI 1124670757 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 318721
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 318721 (NY)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
506 LENOX AVE, New York, NY 10037
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 14 Fuller StAlexandria Bay, NY 13607-1316 · Phone (315) 482-2511

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ms. Mercedes Esther Behar Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4880061746
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221104002479
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
128 services47 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
97 services95 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
80 services32 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
45 services44 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
44 services44 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Vernon, NY
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330086
Location12 North 7th AvenueMount Vernon, NY 10550 · Westchester County
Emergency services

Jones Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Wellsville, NY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330096
Location191 North Main StreetWellsville, NY 14895 · Allegany County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Westchester Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Valhalla, NY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number330234
Location100 Woods RdValhalla, NY 10595 · Westchester County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Strong Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Rochester, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330285
Location601 Elmwood AveRochester, NY 14642 · Monroe County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10037 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$150.24 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $37.56 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$114.88 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $28.72 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. CYRIL VARGHESE M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
506 LENOX AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10037
New York County (844) 692-4692
DR. EMIN ELEZI M.D.
Emergency Medicine
506 LENOX AVE, SUITE 2-105
NEW YORK, NY 10037
New York County (212) 939-2251
MR. MICHAEL NUNOO R.N.
Registered Nurse
506 LENOX AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10037
New York County (212) 939-1000
MR. ANTONY JOSEPH PATHINANGIL M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
506 LENOX AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10037
New York County (212) 939-1406
CHRISTINA ENG M.D.
Emergency Medicine
506 LENOX AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10037
New York County (212) 939-1840
PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK PC
Dietitian, Registered
506 LENOX AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10037
New York County (212) 939-2467
YAZAN ALJABAWI MBBS
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
506 LENOX AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10037
New York County (212) 939-2291
WINNIE MUKIRI GIKUNDA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
506 LENOX AVE
NEW YORK, NY 10037
New York County (212) 939-8615

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Mercedes Behar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mercedes Behar is 1124670757. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 13, 2019.

Where is Mercedes Behar located?

Mercedes Behar practices at 506 Lenox Ave, New York, NY 10037. The listed phone number is (212) 939-1000.

What is Mercedes Behar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Mercedes Behar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mercedes Behar is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Mercedes Behar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Mercedes Behar is affiliated with Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital, Jones Memorial Hospital, Westchester Medical Center and Strong Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mercedes Behar was last updated on April 24, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.