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Dr. John Backman, MD

Cardiology
4.9 (7)
Map Pin Small Encinitas, CA
Accepting new patients
51 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. John Backman, MD

Dr. John Backman, MD is a Cardiology Specialist in Encinitas, CA. They specialize in Cardiology, has 51 years of experience, and is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease. They graduated from New York U, School of Medicine and is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

Dr. Backman works at North Coast Family Medical Group in Encinitas, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Heart Disease and Pulmonary Hypertension along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Backman's Office Locations

  1. 1
    West Dermatology Encinitas
    477 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 753-7143
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
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    Scripps Mercy Physician Partners
    320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 204, Encinitas, CA 92024 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 944-7300

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  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

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    About Dr. John Backman, MD

    Specialties
    • Cardiology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 51 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1215905831
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • UC San Diego
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Bronx Muni Hosp
    Residency
    Internship
    • Bronx Muni Hosp/Albert Eins
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • New York U, School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. John Backman, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Backman is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Backman has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Backman works at North Coast Family Medical Group in Encinitas, CA. View the full address on Dr. Backman’s profile.

    Dr. Backman has seen patients for Heart Disease and Pulmonary Hypertension, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Backman on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Backman. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Backman.

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