BRENT JOHN BEHRENS P.A.-C
NPI 1477651693
Dermatology in Lincoln, NE

Active since September 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.93/100
CMS Quality Rating
8040 S 13TH ST, LINCOLN, NE 68512(402) 423-1111(402) 423-0365 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 16, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Brent John Behrens P.a.-c NPPES

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

BRENT JOHN BEHRENS P.A.-C (NPI 1477651693) is an individual dermatology provider in Lincoln, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (1037) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Fillmore County Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Lincoln.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477651693
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameBRENT JOHN BEHRENSCredential: P.A.-C
Location Address8040 S 13TH STLincoln, NE 68512-9371
Mailing Address8040 S 13th StLincoln, NE 68512-9371 · (402) 423-1111 · Fax (402) 423-0365
Fax(402) 423-0365
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 16, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMarch 16, 2021
NPI 1477651693 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License Licensed in NE · 1037
Definition

A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.

Also ListedDermatology · Pediatric DermatologyTaxonomy 207NP0225X · License 1037 (NE)
Also ListedDermatology · Procedural DermatologyTaxonomy 207NS0135X · License 1037 (NE)
8040 S 13TH ST, Lincoln, NE 68512

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12455 Pine Lake Road Suite 110Lincoln, NE 68512-3612 · Phone (402) 423-1111 · Fax (402) 423-0365

Other Identifiers 1

Other281938Medicare Id

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Brent John Behrens P.a.-c 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 ID8628166154
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071117000088
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 46

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
630 services190 patients
Shaving of skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 0.6-1.0 cm 11311
This procedure involves removing a small skin growth on the face or related areas like the ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth. The growth is gently shaved off, typically under local anesthesia. It's a quick, safe process for growths between 0.6-1.0 cm in size.
554 services269 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
361 services266 patients
Shaving of skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 0.6-1.0 cm 11301
This procedure involves the careful removal of a small skin growth on the body, arms, or legs. It's done by shaving off the growth that's 0.6-1.0 cm in size. It's a common, safe method to treat non-cancerous skin growths and improve skin appearance.
354 services196 patients
Shaving of skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 0.6-1.0 cm 11306
This procedure involves the careful removal of a small skin growth, between 0.6-1.0 cm in size, from the scalp, neck, hands, or feet. It's done using a special tool to gently shave off the growth, ensuring minimal discomfort.
258 services160 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
241 services221 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Fillmore County Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Geneva, NE
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number281301
LocationP O Box 193, 1900 F StreetGeneva, NE 68361 · Fillmore County
Emergency services

York General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · York, NE
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number281336
Location2222 N Lincoln AveYork, NE 68467 · York County
Emergency services

Crete Area Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Crete, NE
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number281354
LocationP O Box 220, 2910 Betten DrCrete, NE 68333 · Saline County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 68512 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
$81.20 typical visit price
range $52.69 – $160.21
Typical copayment $20.30 (range $13.17 – $40.05)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.00 typical visit price
range $16.90 – $131.25
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.22 – $32.81)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

86.93/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality76.24
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
6%963 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
14%3,267 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Immunizations for Adolescents
Patients HPV: 92% · 39 patients
Patients meningococcal: 100% · 36 patients
Patients Tdap: 11% · 36 patients
10%39 patients
Melanoma: Continuity of Care - Recall System
100%60 patients
One-Time Screening for Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) for all Patients
0%405 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients screened: 44% · 360 patients
42%360 patients
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Patients screened: 13% · 360 patients
10%360 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
95%4,062 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Psoriasis: Clinical Response to Systemic Medications
100%21 patients
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
41%508 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

Dermatology
8040 S 13TH ST
LINCOLN, NE 68512
Dermatology
8040 S 13TH ST
LINCOLN, NE 68512
Dermatology
8040 S 13TH ST
LINCOLN, NE 68512

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 Brent Behrens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brent Behrens is 1477651693. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2006.

Where is Brent Behrens located?

Brent Behrens practices at 8040 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68512. The listed phone number is (402) 423-1111.

What is Brent Behrens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Brent Behrens enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brent Behrens 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.

What insurance does Brent Behrens accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska and 3 other insurers list Brent Behrens as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Brent Behrens affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Brent Behrens is affiliated with Fillmore County Hospital, York General Hospital and Crete Area Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brent Behrens was last updated on March 16, 2021. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.