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Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith, MD

Wilmington, DE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baker-Smith, Pediatric Cardiologist in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Baker-Smith graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Baker-Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker-Smith’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker-Smith’s office at (302) 651-4200.

    Where did Dr. Baker-Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Baker-Smith board certified as a Pediatric Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Baker-Smith speak?

    Dr. Baker-Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Baker-Smith treat?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Baker-Smith diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Baker-Smith. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • High Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypertriglyceridemia
    • Elevated triglycerides
    • High blood fats

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Cardiac murmur
    • Abnormal heart sound
    • Heart sound abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Familial High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Familial hypercholesterolemia
    • FH
    • Genetic high cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia

    What procedures does Dr. Baker-Smith perform?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Baker-Smith performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Baker-Smith. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Apheresis with Immunoadsorption
    • Selective Plasma Filtration
    • Extracorporeal Immunoadsorption
    • Blood Purification Therapy
    • Apheresis Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36516: Therapeutic apheresis; with extracorporeal immunoadsorption, selective adsorption or selective filtration and plasma reinfusion

    Does Dr. Baker-Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baker-Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 651-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baker-Smith accept in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Baker-Smith in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicaid

    • MedImpact

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Baker-Smith's office located?

    Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith's Primary Practice

    1600 Rockland Rd

    Wilmington, DE 19803

    (302) 651-4200

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    Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith's Practice 2

    201 Towne Centre Dr Ste 500

    Dover, DE 19904

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    Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith's Practice 3

    200 Cleaver Farms Rd Ste 201

    Middletown, DE 19709

    (302) 378-5100

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    What is Dr. Baker-Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Baker-Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508031121.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baker-Smith?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baker-Smith

    What is Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Baker-Smith is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Wilmington, DE. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Baker-Smith to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baker-Smith is affiliated with TidalHealth Nanticoke, Beebe Healthcare, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Lankenau Medical Center, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Cardiologist?

    Explore Pediatric Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Carissa Baker-Smith accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baker-Smith's office at (302) 651-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carissa Baker-Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Baker-Smith's office at (302) 651-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith have?

    Dr. Carissa Baker-Smith is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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