Overview
Derek Backer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Augusta, Georgia.
His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Colonoscopy, and Hernia Surgery.
Dr. Backer is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
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- PPO
- HMO
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- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derek H. Backer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derek H. Backer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Derek H. Backer by calling their office at 828-213-4411. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Derek H. Backer a top-rated expert for Sepsis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek H. Backer is classified as an Experienced expert for Sepsis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Derek H. Backer specialize in?
While Dr. Derek H. Backer is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Derek H. Backer accept my insurance?
Dr. Derek H. Backer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 828-213-4411 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Experienced
- Acute CystitisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Cystitis.
- Acute Kidney FailureDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Kidney Failure.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- ApoplexyDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arginase DeficiencyDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Arginase Deficiency.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bone GraftDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Carbamoyl Phosphate Synthetase 1 Deficiency
- CellulitisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- ColitisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Delirium TremensDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Delirium Tremens.
- Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- EthmoiditisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Ethmoiditis.
- FaintingDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- FluDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Flu.
- GangreneDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Gitelman SyndromeDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Gitelman Syndrome.
- H1N1 InfluenzaDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about H1N1 Influenza.
- Heart AttackDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart FailureDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Interstitial NephritisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Nephritis.
- Liver FailureDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Low Blood PressureDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Low Sodium LevelDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Low Sodium Level.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- N-Acetylglutamate Synthase DeficiencyDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about N-Acetylglutamate Synthase Deficiency.
- NecrosisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NephrosclerosisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Nephrosclerosis.
- Neurotoxicity SyndromesDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Neurotoxicity Syndromes.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- PneumoniaDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Renovascular HypertensionDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Renovascular Hypertension.
- RhabdomyolysisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyolysis.
- SepsisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Sepsis.
- Sickle Cell DiseaseDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Sickle Cell Disease.
- StrokeDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH)
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)Dr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Urinary Tract Infection in ChildrenDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection in Children.
- VertebroplastyDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Vertebroplasty.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Backer isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.