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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Backus, Internist in Bend, OR?
Dr. Mark Backus, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bend, OR. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Backus completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Backus is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Backus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Backus’s office at (541) 318-0124.
Where did Dr. Backus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Backus board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Backus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Backus speak?
Dr. Backus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Backus typically treat?
As an Internist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Backus typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Backus may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 call our office at (541) 318-0124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Backus accept in Bend, OR?
Dr. Backus in Bend, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American National Can
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Providence Health & Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Backus' office located?
Dr. Mark Backus' Primary Practice
2239 NE Doctors Dr Ste 200
Bend, OR 97701
(541) 318-0124
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 1588693105.
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. Mark Backus's specialty?
Dr. Backus is a Internist near Bend, OR.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Mark Backus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Backus is affiliated with St. Charles Bend, Peacehealth Peace Harbor 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mark Backus accepting new patients in Bend, OR?
Yes, Dr. Mark Backus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Backus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Backus's office at (541) 318-0124 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Backus?
Please contact Dr. Backus's office at (541) 318-0124 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Backus have?
Dr. Mark Backus is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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