24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Backer, Family Medicine Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?
Where did Dr. Backer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medici | Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Backer board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Emily Backer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Backer speak?
Dr. Backer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Backer typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Backer 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. Backer. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
- Bed Sore
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89613: Pressure ulcer of right heel, stage 3
- L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Backer typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Backer 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. Backer. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Backer accept my insurance?
Dr. Backer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (765) 776-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Backer accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Backer in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Humana
Indiana University
Medicare
SIHO Holding
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Backer's office located?
Dr. Emily Backer's Primary Practice
7120 Clearvista Dr Ste 4000
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(765) 776-3300
What hospitals are Dr. Backer affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Backer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Backer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Backer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154392322.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Backer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Backer