29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Ellen Baker is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Baker graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed her residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Baker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (310) 325-9110.
Where did Dr. Baker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Loma Linda University Med Center | Loma Linda University Medical Center | Loma Linda University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Baker board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Baker 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baker typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baker typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ellen Baker may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Baker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Baker accept my insurance?
Dr. Baker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-9110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Baker in Torrance, CA 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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1588612477.
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. Ellen Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Ellen Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ellen Baker accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (310) 325-9110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (310) 325-9110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ellen Baker have?
Dr. Ellen Baker is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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