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Dr. Justin Van Backer

New Britain, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Van Backer, Surgeon in New Britain, CT?

    Dr. Justin Van Backer is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Britain, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Van Backer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Backer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Backer’s office at (518) 262-5374.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Van Backer?

    Dr. Justin Van Backer is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Van Backer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lung Cancer, Thoracic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Britain/CT community, Dr. Van Backer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Van Backer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Van Backer treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Van 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. Van 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:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    What procedures does Dr. Van Backer perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Van Backer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Van 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:

    • Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Navigational Bronchoscopy
    • Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
    • Advanced Lung Scope
    • Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
    • Airway Examination with Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
    • Airway Aspiration
    • Lung Secretion Removal
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
    • Lung Scope with Biopsy
    • Bronchial Biopsy
    • Endobronchial Biopsy
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
    • 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
    • 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
    • Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
    • Lung Scope with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Upper Endoscopy with Injections
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
    • EGD with Submucosal Injections
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Injections
    • Stomach Scope with Medication

    CPT Codes:

    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
    • 43236: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy for Foreign Body Removal
    • EGD for Foreign Body
    • Gastroscopy for Object Removal
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy for Foreign Body

    CPT Codes:

    • 43247: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of foreign body(s)

    Also known as:

    • Upper GI Scope with Stent Placement
    • EGD with Stent
    • Esophageal Stent Placement
    • Stomach Stent Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 43266: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with placement of endoscopic stent (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
    • Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
    • Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Does Dr. Van Backer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Van Backer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-5374 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Van Backer accept in New Britain, CT?

    Dr. Van Backer in New Britain, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Connecticut

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Van Backer's office located?

    Dr. Justin Van Backer's Primary Practice

    183 N Mountain Rd

    New Britain, CT 06053

    (518) 262-5374

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    Dr. Justin Van Backer's Practice 2

    100 Grand St

    New Britain, CT 06052

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    Dr. Justin Van Backer's Practice 3

    540 Saybrook Rd

    Middletown, CT 06457

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    What is Dr. Van Backer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Van Backer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396139762.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Backer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Van Backer

    What is Dr. Justin Van Backer's specialty?

    Dr. Van Backer is a Surgeon near New Britain, CT. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Van Backer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Justin Van Backer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Van Backer is affiliated with The Hospital of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, MidState Medical Center, Hartford 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

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    Is Justin Van Backer accepting new patients in New Britain, CT?

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

    Does Dr. Justin Van Backer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Van Backer's office at (518) 262-5374 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Justin Van Backer?

    Please contact Dr. Van Backer's office at (518) 262-5374 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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