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Dr. Courtney Backer, MD

Pediatrician

Sioux Falls, SD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Backer, Pediatrician in Sioux Falls, SD?

    Dr. Courtney Backer, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Sioux Falls, SD. 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 (605) 336-2140.

    What languages does Dr. Backer speak?

    Dr. Backer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Backer typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Health Checkup
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Backer typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Courtney Backer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Backer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Backer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Backer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 336-2140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Backer accept in Sioux Falls, SD?

    Dr. Backer in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Avera Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • PrimeWest Health

    • State of South Dakota

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Backer's office located?

    Dr. Courtney Backer's Primary Practice

    1200 S 7th Ave

    Sioux Falls, SD 57105

    (605) 336-2140

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    What is Dr. Backer's NPI number?A 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 1356723308.

    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. Courtney Backer's specialty?

    Dr. Backer is a Pediatrician near Sioux Falls, SD.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Courtney Backer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Backer is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Prisma Health Richland 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Courtney Backer accepting new patients in Sioux Falls, SD?

    Yes, Dr. Courtney Backer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Courtney Backer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Backer's office at (605) 336-2140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Courtney Backer?

    Please contact Dr. Backer's office at (605) 336-2140 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Backer's office located?

    Dr. Backer's office is located in Sioux Falls, SD.