Matthew Backens, MD
NPI 1972766996 · Family Medicine Physician · Va Beach, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Backens, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Va Beach, VA (NPI 1972766996).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1972766996
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101245355 (VA)
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,835 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 | 812 | $123 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 557 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 486 | $9 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 392 | $10 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 373 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 115 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 485 | 138 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 368 | 101 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 278 | 86 |
| Losartan Potassium | 230 | 74 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 221 | 62 |
| Gabapentin | 157 | 48 |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$772 across 46 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 675 Battlefield Blvd NChesapeake, VA 23320-4900Phone: (757) 436-7888Fax: (757) 548-5669
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-09
- Last updated
- 2021-03-18
- Certified
- 2021-03-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Backens's NPI number?
- Matthew Backens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972766996, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Backens's specialty?
- Matthew Backens is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Backens located?
- Matthew Backens's practice location on file with NPPES is 351 Edwin Dr Ste 102, Va Beach, VA 23462-4559.
- What is Matthew Backens's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Backens is (757) 499-5550.
- Does Matthew Backens accept Medicare?
- Matthew Backens is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Backens's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Backens's NPI (1972766996) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.