Summary

Dr. Behzad Farivar is a surgeon with 18 years of medical experience who earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System and later pursued specialized fellowship training at both the University of Maryland Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Farivar speaks English fluently.

Based in Charlottesville, Virginia, Dr. Farivar practices at UVA Health Heart and Vascular Institute and maintains affiliations with Cleveland Clinic. His surgical expertise focuses on treating peripheral artery disease and carotid artery disease, conditions that affect blood flow throughout the body. Dr. Farivar also helps patients with claudication, which causes leg pain during walking. He performs diagnostic procedures including Doppler ultrasound and ankle-brachial index testing to assess blood vessel function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Farivar highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 18 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cleveland Clinic
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

UVA Health Heart and Vascular Institute

1215 Lee St Fl 2Charlottesville, VA 22908
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Behzad S Farivar

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Empire Plan
  • Empire Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Innovation Health
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Progressive
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Behzad S Farivar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Behzad S Farivar has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Behzad S Farivar holds an active medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Cleveland Clinic in 2017 and University of Maryland Medical Center in 2016.

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Doctors – Behavioral Health in 2014, Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center in 2012, and Virginia Commonwealth University Health System in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 2008.

NPI Number

Behzad S Farivar's NPI number is 1639339351.

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What languages does Behzad Farivar speak?
Behzad Farivar speaks English.
Which hospitals is Behzad Farivar affiliated with?
Behzad Farivar is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic.
Does Behzad Farivar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Behzad Farivar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Behzad Farivar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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