Joseph Backe, MD
NPI 1649237363 · Dermatology Physician · Decatur, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Backe, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Decatur, AL (NPI 1649237363).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649237363
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 8261 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
5,022 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 2,814 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 902 | $45 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 447 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 420 | $82 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 | 147 | $148 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 197 | 112 |
| Mupirocin | 116 | 78 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 107 | 57 |
| Hydrocortisone | 87 | 59 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 64 | 19 |
| Metronidazole | 59 | 29 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 56 | 26 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 55 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-27
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Backe's NPI number?
- Joseph Backe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649237363, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Backe's specialty?
- Joseph Backe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Backe located?
- Joseph Backe's practice location on file with NPPES is 1203 Medical Dr Se, Decatur, AL 35601.
- What is Joseph Backe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Backe is (256) 350-2875.
- Does Joseph Backe accept Medicare?
- Joseph Backe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Backe's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Backe's NPI (1649237363) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.