DR. BENJAMIN E BACKUS DC
NPI 1356671978
Chiropractor in Minneapolis, MN

Active since January 04, 2010
91.42/100
CMS Quality Rating
715 S 8TH ST, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404(612) 873-6963 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 31, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Benjamin E Backus Dc NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. BENJAMIN E BACKUS DC (NPI 1356671978) is an individual chiropractor in Minneapolis, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (5303) and active in the NPI registry since January 2010. He is affiliated with Hennepin County Medical Center and is a graduate of Northwestern College Of Chiropractic (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356671978
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy111N00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BENJAMIN E BACKUSCredential: DC
Location Address715 S 8TH STMinneapolis, MN 55404-1210
Mailing Address701 Park AveMinneapolis, MN 55415-1623 · (612) 873-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNorthwestern College Of ChiropracticGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJanuary 4, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 31, 2024
NPPES CertifiedOctober 31, 2024
NPI 1356671978 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyChiropractorChiropractic Providers
Taxonomy Code111N00000X
License Licensed in MN · 5303
Definition
A provider qualified by a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.), licensed by the State and who practices chiropractic medicine -that discipline within the healing arts which deals with the nervous system and its relationship to the spinal column and its interrelationship with other body systems.
715 S 8TH ST, Minneapolis, MN 55404

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Benjamin E Backus Dc is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID6709921000
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100310000619

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Chiropractic manipulative treatment, 3-4 spinal regions 98941
Chiropractic manipulative treatment for 3-4 spinal regions involves a trained professional applying controlled force to specific areas of your spine. This can help alleviate pain, improve physical function, and support your body's natural healing process.
82 services14 patients
Chiropractic manipulative treatment, 1-2 spinal regions 98940
Chiropractic manipulative treatment focuses on adjusting your spine to improve your body's physical function. In this service, a chiropractor applies controlled force to 1-2 spinal regions. This helps to restore mobility and alleviate discomfort in those areas.
56 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Hennepin County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number240004
Location701 Park AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55415 · Hennepin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

91.42/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.78
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost62.8

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Dietitian, Registered
715 S 8TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Pediatrics
715 S 8TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Registered Nurse (Emergency)
715 S 8TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Pediatrics
715 S 8TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Dietitian, Registered
715 S 8TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Pharmacist (Pharmacotherapy)
715 S 8TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Dietitian, Registered
715 S 8TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
715 S 8TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Benjamin Backus's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Backus is 1356671978. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 4, 2010.

Where is Benjamin Backus located?

Benjamin Backus practices at 715 S 8th St, Minneapolis, MN 55404. The listed phone number is (612) 873-6963.

What is Benjamin Backus's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Chiropractor with taxonomy code 111N00000X.

Is Benjamin Backus enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Backus is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Benjamin Backus accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Benjamin Backus as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Benjamin Backus affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benjamin Backus is affiliated with Hennepin County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Backus was last updated on October 31, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.