Alex Behar
1200 S. York St., Suite 3160, 
Elmhurst, IL 

Overview

Alex Behar, MD, a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician specializing in sports medicine at Endeavor Health, helps patients recover from injury and return to the activities they love. He treats a wide range of conditions across all stages of life, from pediatric to geriatric patients, with a focus on restoring functional ability. Dr. Behar takes a holistic, team-based approach, working closely with each patient to develop a personalized treatment plan.

His top areas of expertise are Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, and Serotonin Syndrome.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Ross University, 2013

Residency

Rush University Medical Center, Physical Med/Rehab, 2018

Specialties

Physiatry
Sports Medicine

Licenses

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehab

Fellowships

University of Illinois (Chicago), Sports Medicine, 2018

Hospital Affiliations

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
Edward Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Hebrew
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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CareFirst
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Celtic
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Cigna
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Health Alliance
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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Humana
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Managed Medicaid
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Meridian Choice
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Northern Plains Alliance
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Oscar
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Premera Blue Cross
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TeamCare
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Trustmark
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UnitedHealthcare
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations

Endeavor Health Medical Group
1200 S. York St., Suite 3160, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Other Locations
Endeavor Health Medical Group
303 W. Lake St., Suite 301, Addison, IL 60101

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alex Behar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Behar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Alex Behar by calling their office at 331-221-9095. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Alex Behar a top-rated expert for Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alex Behar is classified as an Experienced expert for Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Alex Behar specialize in?

While Dr. Alex Behar is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Decerebrate Posture, and Decorticate Posture. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.

Does Dr. Alex Behar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Alex Behar has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder. You can view a list of Dr. Alex Behar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Alex Behar accept my insurance?

Dr. Alex Behar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 331-221-9095 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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