Melody Shahrzad Behnam, MD
Melody Shahrzad Behnam is an Obstetrics & Gynecology specialist based in Ridgewood, NJ with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 25 years in obstetrics & gynecology, Melody Shahrzad Behnam, MD is a long-established OB/GYN in Ridgewood. She has been practicing since 2006 — over 25 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
317 Franklin Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450-3316
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
326
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
168
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
435
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $44k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Melody Shahrzad Behnam's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
25 years in practice
Experienced
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Taxonomy: 207V00000X
Virtual Obstetrics & Gynecology Care With Melody Shahrzad Behnam
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Melody Shahrzad Behnam for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Ridgewood 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 Melody Shahrzad Behnam
Dr. Behnam is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ridgewood, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (201) 447-1620.
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 Melody Shahrzad Behnam
Practice Location
317 Franklin Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450-3316
Mailing Address
317 Franklin Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450-3316
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