Summary

With 54 years in cardiology and internal medicine, Dr. John Backman treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and familial lipid disorders, and performs electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms. He is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

Dr. Backman earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center. He sees patients in Encinitas, California, and speaks Chinese, English, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Backman 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 54 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
  • Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

San Diego Cardiovascular Associates

320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 204Encinitas, CA 92024
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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Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Randolph Backman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Randolph Backman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Randolph Backman has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Ultrasound
  • Chest Pain
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Nuclear Stress Test
  • Palpitations
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Backman's NPI number is 1215905831.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. John Backman speak?
Dr. John Backman speaks Chinese, English, and Spanish.
Where is Dr. John Backman's office located?
Dr. John Backman's office is located at 320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 204, Encinitas, CA, 92024.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Backman affiliated with?
Dr. John Backman is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Backman?
You can find contact information for Dr. John Backman here on Vitals.
Does Dr. John Backman accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Backman accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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