Dr. Ajay Behari, MD
Baltimore, MD
19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Behari, Pulmonologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Ajay Behari, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Behari graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Summa Health System/NEOMED Program. Dr. Behari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behari’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behari’s office.
Where did Dr. Behari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Summa Health System/NEOMED Program
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean; St. Maarten, Netherlands Antilles | American University of The Caribbean; Plymouth, Montserrat | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Behari speak?
Dr. Behari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Behari typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Behari 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. Behari. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Sleep Disorder
- Sleep Disorder
- Uncommon Sleep Problems
- Rare Sleep Conditions
- Unspecified Sleep Disorder
- Sleep Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- G478: Other sleep disorders
- F518: Other sleep disorders not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Behari typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ajay Behari may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Behari's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Behari accept my insurance?
Dr. Behari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Behari accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Behari in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Behari's office located?
What is Dr. Behari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Behari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902992845.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Behari
What is Dr. Ajay Behari's specialty?
Dr. Behari is a Pulmonologist near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Ajay Behari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Behari is affiliated with Medstar Harbor Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Medstar Union Memorial Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ajay Behari accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Behari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Behari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behari's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Behari?
Please contact Dr. Behari's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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