Matthew Backer, M.D.
NPI 1669653861 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Backer, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1669653861).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669653861
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 56873 (WI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,825 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 774 | $8 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 209 | $10 |
| X-Ray of Abdomen, 1 View74018 | 200 | $8 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 166 | $10 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 156 | $9 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 152 | $9 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-11-16
- Last updated
- 2013-12-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Backer's NPI number?
- Matthew Backer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669653861, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Backer's specialty?
- Matthew Backer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Backer located?
- Matthew Backer's practice location on file with NPPES is 2320 Bath St Ste 208, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-5322.
- What is Matthew Backer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Backer is (805) 569-2964.
- Does Matthew Backer accept Medicare?
- Matthew Backer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Backer's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Backer's NPI (1669653861) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-12-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.