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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Backman, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Warren Backman is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Backman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Backman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Backman typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, 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.
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Backman typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Warren Backman may include:
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 Boston, MA?
Dr. Backman in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1174910574.
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. Warren Backman's specialty?
Dr. Backman is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Warren Backman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Backman is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Elliot 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Warren Backman accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Warren Backman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Warren 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 Warren Backman?
Please contact Dr. Backman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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55 Fruit St
Boston, MA 02114