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Dr. Charles Backus, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Addiction Medicine Specialist

Weber City, VA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Backus, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Weber City, VA?

    Dr. Charles Backus, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Weber City, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Backus graduated from Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic and completed his residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Carolinas Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Backus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Backus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Backus’s office at (276) 885-0190.

    Where did Dr. Backus go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Carolinas Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Ok State University, Coll of Osteo Med, Tulsa, Ok | Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic | Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic

    Is Dr. Backus board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Backus, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Backus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Backus typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Use
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Pain Relievers
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD
    • Opioid consumption
    • Taking opioids
    • Opioid intake

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Other Tobacco Product Addiction
    • Smoking
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction
    • Vaping Addiction
    • E-Cigarette Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Other Tobacco

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
    • F17290: Nicotine dependence, other tobacco product, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Alcoholism
    • Problem drinking
    • AUD
    • Alcohol abuse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1010: Alcohol abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Stimulant Dependence
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Stimulant Addiction
    • Stimulant Drug Addiction
    • Stimulant Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1520: Other stimulant dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Backus typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Backus may include:

    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 (276) 885-0190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Backus accept in Weber City, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Amerivantage Rx

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Backus' office located?

    Dr. Charles Backus' Primary Practice

    2834 US Highway 23 North

    Weber City, VA 24290

    (276) 885-0190

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    Dr. Charles Backus' Practice 2

    895 E Andrew Johnson Hwy

    Greeneville, TN 37745

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    Dr. Charles Backus' Practice 3

    1730 Old Gray Station Rd

    Johnson City, TN 37615

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    What hospitals are Dr. Backus affiliated with?

    Dr. Backus has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Morristown - Hamblen Healthcare System,Morristown, TN
    Lonesome Pine Hospital,Big Stone Gap, VA

    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 1801856414.

    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. Charles Backus's specialty?

    Dr. Backus is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Weber City, VA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    No, Dr. Backus is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Morristown - Hamblen Healthcare System, Lonesome Pine Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Charles Backus accepting new patients in Weber City, VA?

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

    Does Dr. Charles Backus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Backus' office at (276) 885-0190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Backus?

    Please contact Dr. Backus' office at (276) 885-0190 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Backus' office located?

    Dr. Backus' offices are located in Weber City, VA, Greeneville, TN, and Johnson City, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Backus have?

    Dr. Charles Backus is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.