Martin Backman, M.D.
NPI 1699738385 · Neurology Physician · Santa Ana, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Martin Backman, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Santa Ana, CA (NPI 1699738385).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1699738385
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A 44638 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
360 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 111 | $137 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 63 | $178 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 59 | $108 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Drowsy95816 | 40 | $456 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Digital Analysis95957 | 40 | $332 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | 440 | 119 |
| Gabapentin | 240 | 67 |
| Levetiracetam | 237 | 47 |
| Memantine Hcl | 222 | 50 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 139 | 32 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 112 | 26 |
| Lamotrigine | 92 | 12 |
| Topiramate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,215 across 147 records (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
- 2006-04-11
- Last updated
- 2025-08-13
- Certified
- 2025-08-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Martin Backman's NPI number?
- Martin Backman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699738385, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Martin Backman's specialty?
- Martin Backman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Martin Backman located?
- Martin Backman's practice location on file with NPPES is 11180 Warner Ave Ste 259, Santa Ana, CA 92708-7516.
- What is Martin Backman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Martin Backman is (714) 540-1840.
- Does Martin Backman accept Medicare?
- Martin Backman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Martin Backman's NPI active?
- Yes — Martin Backman's NPI (1699738385) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.