Jonathon David Backus, MD

Foot and Ankle Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

Jonathon David Backus is a Foot and Ankle Surgery specialist based in Vail, CO with over 16 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Jonathon David Backus, MD has been part of the Vail medical community since 2010 in group practice. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2010 and has 16+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).

1 of 5 Orthopaedic Surgery providers in COSee all Orthopaedic Surgery in Vail16+ years experienceNPI since 2010

Older · 998dNPPES updated 2023-08-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Colorado Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

181 W Meadow Dr Ste 400, Vail, CO 81657-5058

Fax: (970) 479-5835
Patient Condition Panel

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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Arthritis
75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Hypertension
67%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
67%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Anxiety Disorders
28%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Mood Disorders
28%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
27%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

Osteoporosis
20%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2010

    Duke University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Aug 28, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 16 years in practice

    Experienced

Orthopaedic SurgeryFoot and Ankle Surgery in VailAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, foot and ankle surgeons deal with adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine foot and ankle, and children's foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.

Taxonomy: 207XX0004X

Education & Training

Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 2010)

Virtual Foot and Ankle Surgery Care With Jonathon David Backus

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Jonathon David Backus for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Vail required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jonathon David Backus

NPI records show Dr. Backus as active with telehealth listed in Vail, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (970) 476-1100.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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