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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Vascular Neurologist in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. John Baker, MD, PHD is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA. He is board certified. Dr. Baker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office.
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 Vascular Neurologist, 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Blood Clot in Brain
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
- I63411: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right middle cerebral artery
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Brain Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Blood Vessel Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I725: Aneurysm of other precerebral arteries
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Vertebral Artery Blockage
- Vascular Disease
- Left Vertebral Artery Stenosis
- Left Vertebral Artery Occlusion
- Narrowing of Left Vertebral Artery
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6502: Occlusion and stenosis of left vertebral artery
Also known as:
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Moyamoya Disease
- Brain Malformations
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- Moyamoya disease
- Moyamoya Syndrome
- Progressive Cerebrovascular Occlusive Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I675: Moyamoya disease
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
- Hydrocephalus
- NPH
- Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
ICD-10 Codes:
- G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Which procedures does Dr. Baker perform as a Vascular Neurologist?
As a Vascular Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Baker may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Baker in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1043294663.
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. John Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Vascular Neurologist near Chesapeake, VA. Vascular Neurology is a subspecialty focused on the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and recovery from vascular diseases affecting the nervous system. It encompasses the diagnosis, treatment and management of vascular events originating from arterial or venous sources, which can lead to various conditions impacting the brain or spinal cord, including ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, spinal cord ischemia, and spinal cord hemorrhage. Contact Dr. Baker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital 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
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Is John Baker accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. John Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Chesapeake, VA 23320