Name: Dr. Craig A. Backs
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Subspecialty: General Internal Medicine
Qualification/Board Certification: Internal Medicine Physician
Affiliation(s): HSHS St. John’s Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital
Locations (City/State): Springfield, Illinois
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1124043252
About the Doctor
Craig A. Backs is an experienced internal medicine physician with more than 20 years of clinical practice providing comprehensive adult healthcare services. He earned his medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and completed his residency and chief residency training in Internal Medicine at Southern Illinois University.
Dr. Backs specializes in adult primary care, chronic disease management, and preventive medicine, with expertise in treating coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease, bronchitis, and diabetes. Patients highly recommend him for his attentive care, compassionate bedside manner, and the time he dedicates to patient concerns. He currently practices in Springfield, Illinois, and is affiliated with HSHS St. John’s Hospital and Springfield Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and works with insurance providers including United Healthcare and Elevance plans.
Education & Training
- Medical School: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
- Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Southern Illinois University (1981–1985)
- Chief Residency: Internal Medicine, Southern Illinois University (1984–1985)
- Undergraduate Education: Valparaiso University – BS in Chemistry and Biology (1974–1978)
Medical Conditions Treated
Dr. Backs diagnoses and manages a wide variety of adult medical conditions, including chronic illnesses and preventive healthcare concerns.
Common Conditions Treated
- Coronary artery disease
- Cerebrovascular disease
- Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Hypertension
- High cholesterol
- Respiratory infections
- Heart disease
- Stroke-related conditions
- Chronic medical conditions
- Preventive health concerns
- General adult health conditions
Medical Procedures Performed
Dr. Backs provides comprehensive internal medicine evaluations and preventive healthcare services for adult patients.
Procedures & Treatments
- Internal medicine consultations
- Preventive health screenings
- Diabetes management
- Cardiovascular evaluations
- Medication management
- Wellness examinations
- Chronic disease monitoring
- Blood pressure evaluations
- Routine physical exams
- Health risk assessments
- Diagnostic evaluations
- Preventive care counseling
Services Offered
Dr. Backs offers comprehensive internal medicine and adult primary care services designed to support long-term health and wellness. His practice focuses on preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and individualized patient care to help patients maintain overall health and improve quality of life.
He provides evaluations and treatment for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, along with preventive screenings, wellness visits, and ongoing health monitoring. Patients benefit from detailed consultations, medication management, and coordinated care with specialists when advanced treatment or additional testing is required.
Services Include
- Adult primary care services
- Internal medicine consultations
- Preventive healthcare screenings
- Chronic disease management
- Diabetes care and monitoring
- Cardiovascular health management
- Annual wellness exams
- Medication management
- Routine physical examinations
- Patient education and counseling
- Long-term health monitoring
- Preventive medicine services
Accepted Insurances
Dr. Backs accepts several insurance plans. Patients are encouraged to contact the office directly to confirm current insurance participation and coverage details.
Major Insurance Providers Accepted
- Elevance
- United Healthcare
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- PPO Plans
- HMO Plans
- POS Plans
- EPO Plans
Practice Locations
Location 1
Craig A Backs MD LLC Address:
2921 Greenbriar Dr, Suite C, Springfield, IL 62704
Phone: (217) 321-1987
Affiliated Hospitals & Medical Centers
- HSHS St. John’s Hospital
- Springfield Memorial Hospital
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