DR. JOHN F BACKES OD
NPI 1487752150
Optometrist in W Melbourne, FL

Active since September 20, 2006
845 PALM BAY RD NE, INSIDE WM VISION CENTER, W MELBOURNE, FL 32904(321) 722-2517 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 13, 2009. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Dr. John F Backes Od NPPES

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

DR. JOHN F BACKES OD (NPI 1487752150) is an individual optometrist in W Melbourne, Florida, licensed in Florida (OPC 4102) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487752150
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN F BACKESCredential: OD
Location Address845 PALM BAY RD NE, INSIDE WM VISION CENTERW Melbourne, FL 32904-8400
Mailing Address6250 Savannah DrW Melbourne, FL 32904-3722 · (321) 952-6731
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateSeptember 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 13, 2009
NPI 1487752150 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License Licensed in FL · OPC 4102
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
845 PALM BAY RD NE, W Melbourne, FL 32904

Accepted Insurance

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Pharmacist
845 PALM BAY RD NE
WEST MELBOURNE, FL 32904
Pharmacist (Pharmacist Clinician (PhC)/ Clinical Pharmacy Specialist)
845 PALM BAY RD NE
WEST MELBOURNE, FL 32904
Pharmacist
845 PALM BAY RD NE
WEST MELBOURNE, FL 32904
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
845 PALM BAY RD NE
WEST MELBOURNE, FL 32904
Eyewear Supplier
845 PALM BAY RD NE
MELBOURNE, FL 32904

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

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What is John Backes's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Backes is 1487752150. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 20, 2006.

Where is John Backes located?

John Backes practices at 845 Palm Bay Rd NE Inside Wm Vision Center, W Melbourne, FL 32904. The listed phone number is (321) 722-2517.

What is John Backes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

What insurance does John Backes accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana list John Backes 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Backes was last updated on January 13, 2009. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 17 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.