BRITTANY J BEHAR MD
NPI 1821364852
Plastic Surgery in Soquel, CA

Active since March 23, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
79.39/100
CMS Quality Rating
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR, SOQUEL, CA 95073(831) 458-6272 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 16, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 16, 2024, Aug 8, 2023, Jul 30, 2021 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2019).

About Brittany J Behar Md NPPES

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

BRITTANY J BEHAR MD (NPI 1821364852) is an individual plastic surgery provider in Soquel, California, licensed in California (C197170) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Drexel University College Of Medicine (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821364852
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameBRITTANY J BEHARCredential: MD
Location Address2950 RESEARCH PARK DRSoquel, CA 95073-2000
Mailing Address2950 Research Park DrSoquel, CA 95073-2000 · (831) 458-6272
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSDrexel University College Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 16, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 16, 2024
NPI 1821364852 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
Licenses Licensed in CA · C197170 Licensed in VA · 0101267183
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
Also ListedPlastic Surgery · Surgery of the HandTaxonomy 2082S0105X · License C197170 (CA)
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR, Soquel, CA 95073

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

Brittany J 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 ID5395025928
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240724003960
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 7

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
129 services97 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
113 services113 patients
Injection into tendon or ligament 20550
An injection into a tendon or ligament involves placing medication directly into these areas to help reduce inflammation and pain. It's often used for conditions like arthritis or tendonitis. The procedure is quick and usually involves a local anesthetic.
57 services38 patients
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702
This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.
36 services31 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint 20600
This procedure involves inserting a thin needle into a small joint to remove (aspirate) or inject fluid. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or administer medication directly into the joint. It's generally safe with minimal discomfort.
35 services30 patients
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.
18 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95073 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
$96.03 typical visit price
range $62.97 – $186.69
Typical copayment $24.00 (range $15.74 – $46.67)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.84 typical visit price
range $21.02 – $153.16
Typical copayment $19.46 (range $5.25 – $38.29)
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.

79.39/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality73.66
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost57.65

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Wrist hand orthosis, wrist extension control cock-up, non molded, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L3908
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier16 claims22 services$51.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Hand finger orthosis, without joints, may include soft interface, straps, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment L3913
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
3 suppliers12 claims12 services$200.86 avg. paid by Medicare
Finger orthosis, without joints, may include soft interface, custom fabricated, includes fitting and adjustment L3933
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$146.84 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

Dermatology
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR
SOQUEL, CA 95073
Dermatology
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR
SOQUEL, CA 95073
Audiologist
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR
SOQUEL, CA 95073
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR
SOQUEL, CA 95073
Otolaryngology
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR
SOQUEL, CA 95073
Plastic Surgery
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR
SOQUEL, CA 95073
Otolaryngology
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR
SOQUEL, CA 95073
Audiologist
2950 RESEARCH PARK DR
SOQUEL, CA 95073

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 Brittany Behar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brittany Behar is 1821364852. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2012.

Where is Brittany Behar located?

Brittany Behar practices at 2950 Research Park Dr, Soquel, CA 95073. The listed phone number is (831) 458-6272.

What is Brittany Behar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Brittany Behar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brittany 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brittany Behar was last updated on August 16, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 months 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.