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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Backenstoes, Internist in Harrisburg, PA?
Dr. Jeffrey Backenstoes, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Harrisburg, PA. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Backenstoes graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. Dr. Backenstoes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Backenstoes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Backenstoes’s office at (717) 695-6177.
Where did Dr. Backenstoes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Backenstoes speak?
Dr. Backenstoes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Backenstoes treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Backenstoes 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. Backenstoes. 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Which procedures does Dr. Backenstoes perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jeffrey Backenstoes may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Backenstoes' office.
Does Dr. Backenstoes accept my insurance?
Dr. Backenstoes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 695-6177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Backenstoes accept in Harrisburg, PA?
Dr. Backenstoes in Harrisburg, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Everence
Highmark Inc.
Medicaid
Medicare
Mpsers
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Backenstoes' office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Backenstoes' Primary Practice
4807 Jonestown Rd Ste 141
Harrisburg, PA 17109
(717) 695-6177
What is Dr. Backenstoes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Backenstoes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215985270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Backenstoes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Backenstoes
What is Dr. Jeffrey Backenstoes's specialty?
Dr. Backenstoes is a Internist near Harrisburg, PA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Backenstoes to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jeffrey Backenstoes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Backenstoes is affiliated with Wellspan Good Samaritan Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital, Upmc Harrisburg, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Jeffrey Backenstoes accepting new patients in Harrisburg, PA?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Backenstoes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Backenstoes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Backenstoes's office at (717) 695-6177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Backenstoes?
Please contact Dr. Backenstoes's office at (717) 695-6177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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