Craig A Backs, M.D.
Craig A Backs is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Springfield, IL with over 45 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across IL can see Craig a Backs, M.D. in person in Springfield or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (class of 1981), he has been practicing for over 45 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5358dNPPES updated 2011-09-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2921 Greenbriar Dr, Springfield, IL 62704-6421
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.65%
Illinois avg: 4.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.4 pts)
1.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
147
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
178
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,213
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $40k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1981
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Class of 1981)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Craig a Backs
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Craig a Backs for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Springfield required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Craig a Backs
NPI records show Dr. Backs as active with telehealth listed in Springfield, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (217) 321-1987.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Craig a Backs
Practice Location
2921 Greenbriar Dr, Springfield, IL 62704-6421
Mailing Address
2921 Greenbriar Dr, Springfield, IL 62704-6421
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