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Who is Dr. Backos, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Alcesa Backos, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Backos completed her residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Backos is fluent in English, Filipino, Pilipino, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Backos’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Backos’s office at (313) 832-8290.
Where did Dr. Backos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Backos board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alcesa Backos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Backos speak?
Dr. Backos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino
Pilipino
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Backos treat?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Backos 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. Backos. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Child Development Check
- Developmental Milestones Screening
- Early Intervention Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays
Also known as:
- Period Pain
- Menstrual Cramps
- Dysmenorrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- N946: Dysmenorrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Health Screening
- Psychological Assessment
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Birth Control Shot Check-up
- Birth Control
- Injectable contraceptive follow-up
- Depo-Provera monitoring
- Birth control injection check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Acne
- Pimples
- Zits
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L709: Acne, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Backos perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alcesa Backos may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Backos' office.
Does Dr. Backos accept my insurance?
Dr. Backos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 832-8290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Backos accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Backos in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
McLaren Health Plan
Medicaid
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Backos' office located?
What is Dr. Backos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Backos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740227743.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Backos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Backos
What is Dr. Alcesa Backos's specialty?
Dr. Backos is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Detroit, MI. Contact Dr. Backos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alcesa Backos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Backos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Of Michigan - Main Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alcesa Backos accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Alcesa Backos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alcesa Backos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Backos's office at (313) 832-8290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alcesa Backos?
Please contact Dr. Backos's office at (313) 832-8290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alcesa Backos have?
Dr. Alcesa Backos is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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