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Who is Dr. Behar, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Philomena Behar, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Behar completed her residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Otolaryngology; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, General Surgery. Dr. Behar is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behar’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behar’s office at (716) 878-7569.
Where did Dr. Behar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Otolaryngology; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, General Surgery
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny
Is Dr. Behar board certified as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
Yes, Dr. Philomena Behar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Behar speak?
Dr. Behar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Behar treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
- Chronic Right Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
- Long-term Ear Infection
- Chronic Right Middle Ear Infection
- Chronic Right Otitis Media
- Long-term Right Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6533: Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral
- H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
- H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral
- H6531: Chronic mucoid otitis media, right ear
- H65491: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, right ear
- H6593: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
- H65196: Other acute nonsuppurative otitis media, recurrent, bilateral
- H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Chronic Adenoiditis
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
- Persistent adenoid infection
- Long-term adenoid inflammation
- Recurrent adenoiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
- J3502: Chronic adenoiditis
Also known as:
- Chronic Eustachian Tube Inflammation
- Perforated Eardrum
- Ear Disorder
- Long-term Eustachian Tube Inflammation
- Chronic Salpingitis of Eustachian Tube
- Bilateral Chronic Eustachian Tube Inflammation
- Ruptured eardrum
- Hole in eardrum
- Tympanic membrane tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H68023: Chronic Eustachian salpingitis, bilateral
- H7291: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, right ear
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Perforated Eardrum in Both Ears
- Perforated Eardrum in Left Ear
- Ear Disorder
- Bilateral Ruptured Eardrum
- Hole in Both Eardrums
- Tympanic Membrane Perforation Both Ears
- Ruptured Eardrum Left Ear
- Hole in Left Eardrum
- Tympanic Membrane Perforation Left Ear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H7293: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, bilateral
- H7292: Unspecified perforation of tympanic membrane, left ear
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Tongue Disorder
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Chronic Nasopharyngitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic inflammation of nose and throat
- Persistent nasopharyngeal inflammation
- Long-term nose and throat inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J311: Chronic nasopharyngitis
What procedures does Dr. Behar perform?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Tympanostomy with Tubes
- Myringotomy with Tube Placement
- Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)
CPT Codes:
- 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Eardrum Repair
- Tympanoplasty
- Perforated Eardrum Repair
- Myringoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 69610: Tympanic membrane repair, with or without site preparation of perforation for closure, with or without patch
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Ear Foreign Body Removal (with General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Foreign Object Removal from Ear
- Ear Canal Cleaning under Anesthesia
- General Anesthesia for Ear Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 69205: Removal foreign body from external auditory canal; with general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Eardrum Repair (Myringoplasty)
- Repair of Eardrum
- Tympanic Membrane Repair
- Drumhead Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 69620: Myringoplasty (surgery confined to drumhead and donor area)
Also known as:
- Adenoid Removal for Children
- Pediatric Adenoidectomy
- Adenoid Surgery for Kids
- Removal of Adenoids
CPT Codes:
- 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Adenoidectomy for Kids
- T&A Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12
Also known as:
- Surgical Nasal Endoscopy for Nosebleed Control
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Nosebleed Treatment
- Nasal Hemorrhage Control Endoscopy
- Surgical Sinus Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31238: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with control of nasal hemorrhage
Does Dr. Behar accept my insurance?
Dr. Behar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 878-7569 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Behar accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Behar in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Express Scripts
HealthNow New York
Independent Health
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Behar's office located?
Dr. Philomena Behar's Practice 2
3580 Sheridan Dr Ste 115
Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 362-9730
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 1013913425.
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. Philomena Behar's specialty?
Dr. Behar is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Buffalo, NY. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Behar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Philomena Behar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Behar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John R. Oishei Children's Hospital, Sisters of Charity Hospital-St. Joseph Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Philomena Behar accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Philomena Behar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philomena Behar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behar's office at (716) 878-7569 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philomena Behar?
Please contact Dr. Behar's office at (716) 878-7569 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Philomena Behar have?
Dr. Philomena Behar is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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