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DR. IAN CHARLES BACKSTROM MD
NPI 1730443508
Emergency Medicine in Nashville, TN

Active since June 27, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 322-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 18, 2024, Jun 19, 2024, Aug 18, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Ian Charles Backstrom Md NPPES

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

DR. IAN CHARLES BACKSTROM MD (NPI 1730443508) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (71282) and active in the NPI registry since June 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730443508
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. IAN CHARLES BACKSTROMCredential: MD
Location Address3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINICNashville, TN 37232-5864
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 322-6842
Phone(615) 322-5000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateJune 27, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateApril 17, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 17, 2025
✔ NPI 1730443508 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 71282✔ Licensed in FL · ME122968
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License TRN17723 (FL)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC, Nashville, TN 37232
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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 12776 Cleveland Ave, Lee Memorial Health System, Emergency DepartmentFort Myers, FL 33901-5864 · Phone (239) 343-2606 · Fax (239) 343-3695
Location 21411 W Baddour PkwyLebanon, TN 37087-7327 · Phone (615) 875-6415
Location 32835 Highway 231 NShelbyville, TN 37160-7327 · Phone (615) 875-6415
Location 41801 N Jackson StTullahoma, TN 37388-2201 · Phone (615) 875-6415

Other Identifiers 2

MedicaidQ034257TN
Medicaid014964700FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ian Charles Backstrom Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8325285752
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240709001731
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

8

Medicare enrollment records show Ian Backstrom reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center
0.5 mi
Internal Medicine
1301 22ND AVE S
Nashville, TN 37232
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 4,711 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1104202761 (615) 936-2000
Vanderbilt Integrated Providers, LLC
62 mi
Family Medicine
1440 CEDAR LN
Tullahoma, TN 37388
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 156 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1982625091 (615) 393-7056
Emergency Physicians Group
99 mi
Emergency Medicine
101 SIVLEY RD SW, EM DEPT
Huntsville, AL 35801
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 193 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1659366649 (256) 265-9891
University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC
173 mi
Clinical Medical Laboratory
720 20TH STREET SOUTH
Birmingham, AL 35294
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • 4,494 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366638330 (205) 934-4983
Emergency Physicians Of Central Florida LLP
613 mi
Emergency Medicine
1414 S ORANGE AVE, MP 156
Orlando, FL 32806
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 347 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1326033341 (407) 841-5111
Cape Coral Emergency Physicians LLC
715 mi
Emergency Medicine
636 DEL PRADO BLVD S
Cape Coral, FL 33990
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 39 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1376611962 (239) 772-6513
Lee Memorial Health System
717 mi
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
3210 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD
Fort Myers, FL 33916
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 1,345 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1447099973 (239) 343-6050
Lee Health System Inc
724 mi
Internal Medicine
9981 S HEALTHPARK DR
Fort Myers, FL 33908
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 1,899 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1942058557 (239) 424-1500

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
157 services155 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
114 services114 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
64 services64 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
44 services44 patients
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope 31500
This is a procedure where a thin tube is inserted into your windpipe to aid in breathing. It's done in emergency situations, using an endoscope, a tool with a light and camera, to ensure correct placement.
12 services11 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440039
Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Shelbyville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440137
Location2835 Hwy 231 NorthShelbyville, TN 37160 · Bedford County
Emergency services

Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tullahoma, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number440144
Location1801 N Jackson St Box 460Tullahoma, TN 37388 · Coffee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lebanon, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440193
Location1411 Baddour ParkwayLebanon, TN 37087 · Wilson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37232 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

DR. ENGLISH FLACK MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Cardiology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
DANIEL K BARRETT APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
JACQUELYN L. GARNER PNP
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
DR. ROBERT JAMES LENTZ M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
LYNN HOLLIDAY M.D.
Family Medicine
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000
DR. HEATHER KRETH PSY.D
Psychologist (Clinical Child & Adolescent)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 936-2000
AARON WESLEY SCOTT APN
Nurse Practitioner
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 936-2000
DR. COLLEEN M KIERNAN M.D.
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
3601 THE VANDERBILT CLINIC
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3000

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 Ian Backstrom's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ian Backstrom is 1730443508. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 27, 2012.

Where is Ian Backstrom located?

Ian Backstrom practices at 3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 322-5000.

What is Ian Backstrom's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Ian Backstrom enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ian Backstrom is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ian Backstrom's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ian Backstrom reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (Nashville, TN), Vanderbilt Integrated Providers, LLC (Tullahoma, TN), Emergency Physicians Group (Huntsville, AL), University Of Alabama Health Services Foundation, PC (Birmingham, AL), Emergency Physicians Of Central Florida LLP (Orlando, FL) and 3 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ian Backstrom's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ian Backstrom accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc. and Oscar Insurance Company list Ian Backstrom 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 Ian Backstrom affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ian Backstrom is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital, Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital and Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ian Backstrom was last updated on April 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 months 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.