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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. James Baker, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Baker completed his residency at Worcester City Hosp. Dr. Baker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (617) 724-9197.
Where did Dr. Baker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Worcester City Hosp
Is Dr. Baker board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. James Baker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Baker speak?
Dr. Baker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Baker treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Baker 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. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Baker perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Baker may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Baker's office.
Does Dr. Baker accept my insurance?
Dr. Baker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 724-9197 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Baker in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Baker's office located?
What is Dr. Baker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821071606.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baker
What is Dr. James Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Internist near Boston, MA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Baker to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Merrimackhealth Lawrence Hospital, Lowell General Hospital, Merrimack Health Methuen Hospital, Parkland Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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 Internist?
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Is James Baker accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. James Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (617) 724-9197 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (617) 724-9197 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Baker have?
Dr. James Baker is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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