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Who is Dr. Backer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Howard Backer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Backer completed his residency at Univ Ca Sch Of Pub Hlth, General Preventive Medicine; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Backer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Backer’s office at (510) 642-1801.
Where did Dr. Backer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sch Of Pub Hlth, General Preventive Medicine; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | San Francisco General Hospital
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
Is Dr. Backer board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Backer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Backer speak?
Dr. Backer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Backer treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Backer 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. Backer. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Backer perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Howard Backer may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Backer's office.
Does Dr. Backer accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Backer's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Backer's office located?
What is Dr. Backer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Backer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962580712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Backer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Backer
What is Dr. Howard Backer's specialty?
Dr. Backer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Berkeley, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Backer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Backer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Backer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Howard Backer accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Backer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Backer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Backer's office at (510) 642-1801 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Backer?
Please contact Dr. Backer's office at (510) 642-1801 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Backer have?
Dr. Howard Backer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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