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Dr. Roger Behar, MD

Somerset, NJ

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Behar, Neurologist in Somerset, NJ?

    Dr. Roger Behar, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Somerset, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Behar graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Behar is fluent in English, Arabic, French, 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 (732) 246-1311.

    Where did Dr. Behar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Behar board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Roger Behar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Behar speak?

    Dr. Behar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Behar typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's
    • Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
    • Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Unsteady Walking (Ataxia)
    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Ataxia
    • Clumsy Walking
    • Impaired Balance While Walking
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R260: Ataxic gait
    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Brain Ischemia
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Brain Hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6782: Cerebral ischemia

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Behar typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Behar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 246-1311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Behar accept in Somerset, NJ?

    Dr. Behar in Somerset, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Behar's office located?

    Dr. Roger Behar's Primary Practice

    77 Veronica Ave Ste 102

    Somerset, NJ 08873

    (732) 246-1311

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    Dr. Roger Behar's Practice 2

    9 Centre Dr Ste 130

    Monroe, NJ 08831

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    Dr. Roger Behar's Practice 3

    175 High St

    Newton, NJ 07860

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    What 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 1386685303.

    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. Roger Behar's specialty?

    Dr. Behar is a Neurologist near Somerset, NJ.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is this Dr. Roger Behar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Behar is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Roger Behar accepting new patients in Somerset, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Roger Behar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Roger Behar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behar's office at (732) 246-1311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Roger Behar?

    Please contact Dr. Behar's office at (732) 246-1311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Roger Behar have?

    Dr. Roger Behar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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