Summary

Dr. Carl Backer treats congenital heart disease, thoracic aortic aneurysm, and birthmarks, and performs heart defect repair and open heart defect surgery. They have practiced cardiology for 46 years and are affiliated with Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital.

Dr. Backer earned their medical degree from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed a residency at McGaw Medical Center at Northwestern University. They see patients in Cincinnati, Ohio, and speak English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Backer 4.17 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 46 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mc Gaw Medical Center Northwestern University
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 35 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Carl L. Backer

3333 Burnet AveCincinnati, OH 45229
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Carl L. Backer, MDDr. Eli M Roth, MDDr. Ali R Ghasemzadeh, MDDr. Charles Joseph Hardebeck, MD
CardiologyCardiologyCardiologyCardiology
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46 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Cincinnati , OHCincinnati , OHGeorgetown , OHColumbus , OH
Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Carl L. Backer

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health OhioRISE
  • AmeriHealth Caritas Ohio
  • Anthem (Ohio & Indiana)
  • Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield
  • Beech Street Corporation
  • Buckeye Community Health Plan
  • CareSource (Ohio & Indiana)
  • Cigna
  • Custom Design Benefits (for select employers)
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems Inc.
  • First Health Group / Coventry Health Care
  • Galaxy Health Network
  • Health Ohio Network
  • Health Ohio Network - Elite Product
  • HealthLink Inc.
  • HealthSmart Preferred Care
  • Humana Healthy Horizons (Ohio & Kentucky)
  • Kentucky Medicaid (Traditional)
  • Margaret Mary Health
  • MedBen (for select employers)
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Molina Healthcare of Ohio Inc.
  • Ohio Health Choice
  • Ohio Medicaid (Traditional)
  • Paramount Health Care (Letter of Agreement only not advertised as a participating provider)
  • Parkview Health Plan Services/Signature Care
  • Private Healthcare Systems Inc.
  • United HealthCare of Ohio Inc.
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan (Ohio & Kentucky)

Medical Specialties

Carl L. Backer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Carl L. Backer has the following 35 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Aortic Coarctation
  • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Cardiologist
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB)
  • Congenital Heart Defects
  • Congenital Heart Disease (Patent Ductus Arteriosus)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Coronary Vessel Anomalies
  • Cryosurgery
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
  • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
  • Multiple Abnormalities
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Pathologic Constriction
  • Percutaneous Arterial Septic Defect (ASD) Closure
  • Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
  • Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
  • Respiratory Failure
  • Right Heart Bypass
  • Tetralogy of Fallot
  • Thoracoscopy
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Vascular Surgical Procedures
  • Ventricular Outflow Obstruction
  • Ventricular Septal Defects

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Carl L. Backer holds an expired medical license in the states of Kentucky and Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mc Gaw Medical Center Northwestern University.

Medical School

Graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Carl L. Backer's NPI number is 1760477608.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Carl Backer affiliated with?
Carl Backer is affiliated with Ann And Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital.
What languages does Carl Backer speak?
Carl Backer speaks English and Spanish.
Does Carl Backer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Carl Backer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Carl Backer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Carl Backer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Carl Backer's office located?
Carl Backer's office is located at 3333 Burnet Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45229.

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