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Dr. Timothy Backus, DO

Utica, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Backus, Medical Toxicologist in Utica, NY?

    Dr. Timothy Backus, DO is a Medical Toxicologist, who primarily practices in Utica, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Backus is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Backus’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Backus’s office at (856) 566-6708.

    What languages does Dr. Backus speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Backus treat?

    As a Medical Toxicologist, Dr. Backus 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. Backus. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Tooth Problems
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Dental Issues
    • Tooth Ailments
    • Oral Health Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Convulsions
    • Epileptic events
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4089: Other seizures

    Which procedures does Dr. Backus perform as a Medical Toxicologist?

    As a Medical Toxicologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Timothy Backus may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Backus' office.

    Does Dr. Backus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Backus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (856) 566-6708 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Backus accept in Utica, NY?

    Dr. Backus in Utica, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Backus' office located?

    Dr. Timothy Backus' Primary Practice

    1656 Champlin Ave

    Utica, NY 13502

    (856) 566-6708

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    Dr. Timothy Backus' Practice 2

    550 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

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    Dr. Timothy Backus' Practice 3

    2209 Genesee St

    Utica, NY 13501

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

    Dr. Backus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154735470.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Backus?

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

    What is Dr. Timothy Backus's specialty?

    Dr. Backus is a Medical Toxicologist near Utica, NY. Medical toxicologists are physicians with expertise in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and monitoring of injuries and illnesses caused from exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological or radiological agents. They are responsible to care in clinical, academic, governmental, and public health environments and often serve as leaders in poison control centers. Key focus areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug reactions, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, preparedness for terrorist threats, venomous bites and stings, and environmental or workplace exposures. Contact Dr. Backus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Timothy Backus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Backus is affiliated with Wynn Hospital, Albany Medical Center 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 Timothy Backus accepting new patients in Utica, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Backus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Backus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Backus's office at (856) 566-6708 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Timothy Backus?

    Please contact Dr. Backus's office at (856) 566-6708 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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