Douglas D Backous, MD
Douglas D Backous is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Puyallup, WA with over 37 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 37 years in otolaryngology, Douglas D Backous, MD is a long-established otolaryngology specialist in Puyallup. A University of Washington School of Medicine graduate since 1989, he brings 37+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
104 27th Ave Se, Puyallup, WA 98374-1145
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
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
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 · 1989
University of Washington School of Medicine
Board certified · May 30, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
Po Box 1205, Puyallup, WA 98371-0231
Differs from practice location
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Douglas D Backous
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Douglas D Backous for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Puyallup required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglas D Backous
NPI records show Dr. Backous as active with telehealth listed in Puyallup, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 770-9000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Douglas D Backous
Practice Location
104 27th Ave Se, Puyallup, WA 98374-1145
Mailing Address
Po Box 1205, Puyallup, WA 98371-0231
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