Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Backer, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Specialist · Alpharetta, GA
- NPI 1083617872
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 86.9 / 100 · 2023
- 46 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3905 Brookside Pkwy Ste 202
Alpharetta, GA 300224425
(770) 751-9131
fax (770) 751-9132
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 23, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1980 — 46 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #030711
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1083617872. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
5,041
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$508,565
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,256 | 589 | $128 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 460 | 350 | $90 | |
93015 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician | 412 | 373 | $67 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 406 | 231 | $8 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 393 | 339 | $14 | |
J2785 |
Injection, regadenoson, 0.1 mg | 348 | 87 | $53 | |
99211 |
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional | 347 | 179 | $23 | |
A9502 |
Technetium tc-99m tetrofosmin, diagnostic, per study dose | 344 | 172 | $115 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 256 | 249 | $197 | |
78452 |
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect | 172 | 172 | $440 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Alpharetta Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 163. This provider delivers 31× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
5,852
Patients
1,814
Total drug cost
$1,108,114
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 883 | 281 | $11,973 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 724 | 222 | $11,662 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 666 | 152 | $798,445 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 618 | 190 | $3,984 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 517 | 169 | $8,636 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 459 | 153 | $6,555 |
| Ezetimibe | Generic | 368 | 114 | $13,903 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 301 | 97 | $3,927 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 272 | 104 | $1,668 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 210 | 71 | $2,583 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Backer's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Backer practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Alpharetta, GA.
Where does Dr. Thomas Backer practice?
Dr. Thomas Backer practices at 3905 Brookside Pkwy Ste 202, Alpharetta, GA 300224425. Office phone: 7707519131.
What is Dr. Thomas Backer's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Backer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083617872, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Backer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Backer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Backer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician (HCPCS 93015). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.