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Dr. Eric Behar, MD

Brick, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Behar, Psychiatrist in Brick, NJ?

    Dr. Eric Behar, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Brick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Behar is fluent in English, Hebrew, 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 (646) 672-3143.

    What languages does Dr. Behar speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    • Spanish

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

    As a Psychiatrist, 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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Intellectual Disability
    • Mild Intellectual Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Cognitive Impairment
    • Developmental Delay
    • Learning Disability (General)
    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • Mild Developmental Delay
    • Learning Disability (Intellectual)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F79: Unspecified intellectual disabilities
    • F70: Mild intellectual disabilities

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Intellectual Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Moderate developmental delay
    • Moderate cognitive impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F71: Moderate intellectual disabilities

    Does Dr. Behar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 672-3143 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Behar's office located?

    Dr. Eric Behar's Primary Practice

    1610 Route 88 W

    Brick, NJ 08724

    (646) 672-3143

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    Dr. Eric Behar's Practice 2

    1221 E 14th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11230

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    Dr. Eric Behar's Practice 3

    50 W Hawthorne Ave

    Valley Stream, NY 11580

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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 1376071076.

    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. Eric Behar's specialty?

    Dr. Behar is a Psychiatrist near Brick, NJ.

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

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

    Yes, Dr. Behar is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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 Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Eric Behar accepting new patients in Brick, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Eric Behar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behar's office at (646) 672-3143 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Behar?

    Please contact Dr. Behar's office at (646) 672-3143 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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