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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Backfish, Anesthesiologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Kevin Backfish, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Backfish is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Backfish’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Backfish’s office at (317) 274-0275.
What languages does Dr. Backfish speak?
Dr. Backfish and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Backfish treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Backfish 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. Backfish. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Other Specific Bile Duct and Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Specific Biliary Disorders
- Named Bile Duct Conditions
- Other Defined Biliary Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- K838: Other specified diseases of biliary tract
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Chronic Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Hereditary pancreatitis
- Long-Term Pancreas Inflammation
- Ongoing Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K861: Other chronic pancreatitis
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Live Birth
- Childbirth
- One baby born alive
- Vaginal birth of one baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z370: Single live birth
Also known as:
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Backfish perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kevin Backfish may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Backfish's office.
Does Dr. Backfish accept my insurance?
Dr. Backfish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 274-0275 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Backfish accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Backfish in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Backfish's office located?
Dr. Kevin Backfish's Primary Practice
550 University Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 274-0275
What is Dr. Backfish's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Backfish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962638916.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Backfish?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Backfish
What is Dr. Kevin Backfish's specialty?
Dr. Backfish is a Anesthesiologist near Indianapolis, IN. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Backfish to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kevin Backfish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Backfish is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Anesthesiologist?
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Is Kevin Backfish accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Backfish is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Backfish offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Backfish's office at (317) 274-0275 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Backfish?
Please contact Dr. Backfish's office at (317) 274-0275 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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