Scott Backus, MD
NPI 1780864678 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Rockville, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Scott Backus, MD is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Rockville, MD (NPI 1780864678).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780864678
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101247623 (VA)
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
18 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
4,574 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,809 | $39 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 1,029 | $29 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 328 | $12 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 273 | $36 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 181 | $80 |
| Bone Marrow, Smear Interpretation85097 | 103 | $50 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 4502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229-4402Phone: (210) 358-2015
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-11-07
- Last updated
- 2021-06-14
- Certified
- 2021-06-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Scott Backus's NPI number?
- Scott Backus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780864678, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Scott Backus's specialty?
- Scott Backus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Scott Backus located?
- Scott Backus's practice location on file with NPPES is 6111 Executive Blvd, Rockville, MD 20852-3911.
- What is Scott Backus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Scott Backus is (301) 255-4000.
- Does Scott Backus accept Medicare?
- Scott Backus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Scott Backus's NPI active?
- Yes — Scott Backus's NPI (1780864678) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.