Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Behar, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Bayport, NY?
Dr. Jason Behar is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bayport, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Behar graduated from Medical School - New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed his residency at Kern Hospital, Warren. Dr. Behar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behar’s office at (631) 472-2112.
Where did Dr. Behar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Hospital, Warren
Medical School: Medical School - New York College of Podiatric Medicine
Is Dr. Behar board certified as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jason Behar is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Behar speak?
Dr. Behar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Behar typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Behar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Behar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Right Toe Pain
- Left Toe Pain
- Toe Pain
- Pain
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right toes
- Right toe discomfort
- Pain in right foot digits
- Aching left toes
- Left toe discomfort
- Pain in left foot digits
- Ache in toe
- Toe discomfort
- Sore toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79674: Pain in right toe(s)
- M79675: Pain in left toe(s)
- M79676: Pain in unspecified toe(s)
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Behar typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Behar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Behar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
Also known as:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
CPT Codes:
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Behar accept my insurance?
Dr. Behar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 472-2112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Behar accept in Bayport, NY?
Dr. Behar in Bayport, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Behar's office located?
Dr. Jason Behar's Primary Practice
671 Montauk Hwy Unit B
Bayport, NY 11705
(631) 472-2112
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Jason Behar an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Behar has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Behar, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Behar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Behar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861492878.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Behar
What is Dr. Jason Behar's specialty?
Dr. Behar is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Bayport, NY.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health.
Is this Dr. Jason Behar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Behar is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital, Mather Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Jason Behar accepting new patients in Bayport, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jason Behar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jason Behar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behar's office at (631) 472-2112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jason Behar?
Please contact Dr. Behar's office at (631) 472-2112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jason Behar have?
Dr. Jason Behar is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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