5
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Craig Backous treats respiratory failure and chronic lung disease and performs therapeutic hypothermia, pulmonary function testing, and thoracentesis. He practices pulmonology, internal medicine, and critical care medicine, and is affiliated with Swedish Hospital and Fargo VA Medical Center. He sees patients in Chicago, Illinois, and speaks English, Polish, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Backous 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- speaks English, Polish, Spanish
- 3 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Craig Alan Backous, DO | Savannah Lorraine Vogel | Sarah Pauline Spiewak | Brittany Danielle Melvin |
| Pulmonology | Emergency Medicine | Pediatrics | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 6 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Polish, Spanish | |||
| Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Iowa City , IA | Chicago , IL |
| Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Craig Alan Backous
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Craig Alan Backous has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Craig Alan Backous has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Dr. Craig Alan Backous holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
NPI Number
Dr. Backous' NPI number is 1073713418.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Craig Backous affiliated with?
- Dr. Craig Backous is affiliated with Swedish Hospital and Fargo Va Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Craig Backous accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Craig Backous accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Craig Backous accepting new patients?
- Dr. Craig Backous has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Craig Backous's office located?
- Dr. Craig Backous's office is located at 5140 N California Ave, Chicago, IL, 60625.
- Does Dr. Craig Backous accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Craig Backous has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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