Dr. Katerina Backus, MD
Orlando, FL
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Backus, Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist in Orlando, FL?
Where did Dr. Backus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine
Residency: College of Medicine at the University of Florida
Medical School: University of Maryland/School of Medicine
Is Dr. Backus board certified as a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Katerina Backus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Backus speak?
Dr. Backus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Backus typically treat?
As a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Tight Achilles Tendon
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Shortened Achilles Tendon
- Acquired Achilles Tendon Contracture
- Achilles Tendon Tightness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6701: Short Achilles tendon (acquired), right ankle
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0D: Concussion without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502D: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Right Elbow Pain
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right elbow
- Sore right elbow
- Right elbow discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25521: Pain in right elbow
What procedures does a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Backus typically perform?
As a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katerina Backus may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Backus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Backus accept my insurance?
Dr. Backus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Backus accept in Orlando, FL?
Dr. Backus in Orlando, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Independent Living Systems
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Backus' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Backus affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Backus has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Backus's NPI number?A 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 1326239872.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Backus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Backus