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25 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Backman, Psychiatrist in Davie, FL?
Dr. Karl Backman, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Davie, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Backman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Backman’s office.
What languages does Dr. Backman speak?
Dr. Backman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Backman typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Backman 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. Backman. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Depression
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Phobias
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Social Phobia
- Social Fear
- Fear of Social Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- F4010: Social phobia, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Backman typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Karl Backman may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Backman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Backman accept my insurance?
Dr. Backman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Backman accept in Davie, FL?
Dr. Backman in Davie, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
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Where is Dr. Backman's office located?
What is Dr. Backman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Backman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649306820.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Backman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Backman
What is Dr. Karl Backman's specialty?
Dr. Backman is a Psychiatrist near Davie, FL.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Karl Backman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Backman 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
When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karl Backman accepting new patients in Davie, FL?
Yes, Dr. Karl Backman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karl Backman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Backman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karl Backman?
Please contact Dr. Backman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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