Kendra Jo Back, ARNP
Kendra Jo Back is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Newland, NC with over 3 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kendra Jo Back, ARNP runs an independent family nurse practitioner practice in Newland, NC. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 51% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 165dNPPES updated 2025-12-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
448 Cranberry St, Newland, NC 28657-8800
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.78%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North Carolina0.78% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.5%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
373
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
867
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,847
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $308k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
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.
Board certified · Dec 8, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
3 years in practice
Early-career
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
Po Box 1490, Boone, NC 28607-0682
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Kendra Jo Back
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kendra Jo Back for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Newland 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 Kendra Jo Back
Dr. Back is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Newland, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 737-0221.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kendra Jo Back
Practice Location
448 Cranberry St, Newland, NC 28657-8800
Mailing Address
Po Box 1490, Boone, NC 28607-0682
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