James Backstrom, MD
NPI 1497721146 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Backstrom, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Pittsburgh, PA (NPI 1497721146).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497721146
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101040755 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,603 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 292 | $137 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 222 | $93 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 173 | $8 |
| X-Ray of Abdomen, 1 View74018 | 145 | $22 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Without Contrast70551 | 112 | $139 |
| Limited Ultrasound Scan Behind Abdominal Cavity76775 | 108 | $36 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908-1029Phone: (434) 924-9400
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-23
- Last updated
- 2025-03-03
- Certified
- 2025-03-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Backstrom's NPI number?
- James Backstrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497721146, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Backstrom's specialty?
- James Backstrom is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Backstrom located?
- James Backstrom's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 Liberty Ave Ste 2000, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1029.
- What is James Backstrom's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Backstrom is (412) 223-2272.
- Does James Backstrom accept Medicare?
- James Backstrom is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Backstrom's NPI active?
- Yes — James Backstrom's NPI (1497721146) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.