Ian Behr
Ian Behr is a Surgery specialist based in Boston, MA with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ian Behr has practiced surgery for 12+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2014 and has 12+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 34% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1690dNPPES updated 2021-10-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better43.24%
Massachusetts avg: 4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+38.1 pts)
43.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.8%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
270
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
107
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
185
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$749 received from industry
7 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Ian Behr's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2014
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 6, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
12 years in practice
Established
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Wayne State University School of Medicine (Class of 2014)
Virtual Surgery Care With Ian Behr
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ian Behr for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Boston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ian Behr
NPI records show Dr. Behr as active with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 573-3654.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ian Behr
Practice Location
243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114-3002
Mailing Address
243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114-3002
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