Christopher Backsman, NP
Backsman Nurse Practitioner
1033589445Is Christopher Backsman, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Christopher Backsman, NP has a trust score of 75/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Salem. With 11 years of practice (near the local average of 11), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Backsman's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general nurse practitioner?
Nurse practitioners are advanced-practice registered nurses who assess, diagnose, and treat patients, and in many states prescribe independently.
When to see one: For primary and specialty care depending on their focus.
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- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Salem, OR
Salem has 284 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 11 years in practice, and 34 focused on nurse practitioner. Oregon nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, whose public record covers license status, board actions.
Peer Comparison
11
Years practicing
11
Avg in Salem
284
Nurse Practitioners in Salem
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Backsman's license is active and unrestricted with the Oregon board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Christopher Backsman, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Christopher Backsman, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1033589445) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Oregon State Board of Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Christopher Backsman, NP?
Christopher Backsman, NP has approximately 11 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Salem has about 11 years. There are 284 nurse practitioners in Salem, including 34 with a nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Christopher Backsman, NP located?
Christopher Backsman, NP practices at Backsman Nurse Practitioner, 255 LANCASTER DR NE, Salem, OR 97301. Phone: (503) 576-8400.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, board actions. Check Backsman's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Male
- NPI Since
- 09/28/2015