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Dr. Donald Baker, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Jackson, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baker, Orthopedic Surgeon in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Donald Baker, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Baker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (601) 376-2813.

    What languages does Dr. Baker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Baker typically treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Baker typically perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Baker 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)

    Also known as:

    • Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
    • Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
    • Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
    • Orthopedic Navigation System
    • CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Total Hip Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Hip arthroplasty
    • Artificial hip surgery
    • Hip joint replacement
    • Femoral head replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Baker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 376-2813 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Baker in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Centene Corporation

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Baker's office located?

    Dr. Donald Baker's Primary Practice

    1860 Chadwick Dr Ste 150A

    Jackson, MS 39204

    (601) 376-2813

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    Dr. Donald Baker's Practice 2

    102 Metroplex Blvd # B

    Pearl, MS 39208

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    Dr. Donald Baker's Practice 3

    1030 River Oaks Dr

    Jackson, MS 39232

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    What is Dr. Baker's NPI number?A 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 1457513202.

    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. Donald Baker's specialty?

    Dr. Baker is an Orthopedic Surgeon near Jackson, MS.

    What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?

    An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.

    Is Dr. Donald Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center 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 Dr. Donald Baker accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Baker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Baker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (601) 376-2813 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Baker?

    Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (601) 376-2813 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Baker's office located?

    Dr. Baker's offices are located in Jackson, MS and Pearl, MS.