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Who is Dr. Backes, Gynecologic Oncologist in Hilliard, OH?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Backes?
Dr. Floortje Backes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gynecologic Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Backes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Trials, Gynecologic Cancer-Rare, Gynecologic Cancers, Gynecologic Surgery-Complex, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hilliard, OH community, Dr. Backes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Backes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tbilisi National University 'Gaenati'
What languages does Dr. Backes speak?
Dr. Backes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Dutch; Flemish
- English
What conditions does a Gynecologic Oncologist like Dr. Backes typically treat?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Backes 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. Backes. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C563: Malignant neoplasm of bilateral ovaries
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Gynecologic Oncologist like Dr. Backes typically perform?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Backes 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. Backes. 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:
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Total Hysterectomy with Tube and/or Ovary Removal
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterus Removal Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Total Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Uterus Removal with Salpingo-oophorectomy
- Total Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
- 58573: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus greater than 250 g; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
- Partial Vulva Removal
- Simple Partial Vulvectomy
- Vulvar Excision
- Outer Genital Area Removal
CPT Codes:
- 56620: Vulvectomy simple; partial
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Biopsy (Laparoscopic)
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Sampling
- Abdominal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Retroperitoneal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38570: Laparoscopy, surgical; with retroperitoneal lymph node sampling (biopsy), single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
- Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
- Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
- Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy
Does Dr. Backes accept my insurance?
Dr. Backes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 234-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Backes accept in Hilliard, OH?
Dr. Backes in Hilliard, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medica Group
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Backes' office located?
Dr. Floortje Backes' Primary Practice
3651 Ridge Mill Dr
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 234-6000
What hospitals are Dr. Backes affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Backes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Backes's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Backes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124231998.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Backes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Backes