Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Plastic Surgeon in Washington, DC?
Dr. Stephen Baker is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Baker graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University of Pennsylvania Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Baker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (202) 444-8751.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Baker?
Dr. Stephen Baker is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Baker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cleft Palate/Lip, Cosmetic Surgery-Face, Craniofacial Surgery/Reconstruction, Facelift, Facial Trauma/Fractures, Kybella, Pediatric Plastic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington/DC community, Dr. Baker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Baker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hospital at the University of Pennsylvania | Craniofacial Surgery, Medical-Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA USA | University of Pennsylvania Health System
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Affiliated Hospitals | University of Pennsylvania Affiliated Hospitals | University of Pennsylvania Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of California | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Baker board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Baker is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
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 Plastic 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Bad Bite
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Tooth Disorder
- Misaligned bite
- Bite problems
- Dental malocclusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M264: Malocclusion, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Abnormal Jaw Closing
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Improper jaw closing
- Jaw closing problems
- Abnormal jaw closure
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2651: Abnormal jaw closure
Also known as:
- Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip and Palate
- Cleft Lip & Palate
- One-sided Cleft Lip
- Single Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip on One Side
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q369: Cleft lip, unilateral
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Baker perform?
As a Plastic 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.
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Facial Tissue Reconstruction
- Head and Neck Muscle Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
- Adjacent tissue flap surgery
- Eyelid reconstruction
- Nose reconstruction
- Lip reconstruction
- Myocutaneous Flap
- Fasciocutaneous Flap
- Head and Neck Reconstruction
- Vascular Pedicle Flap
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
- 14061: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
- 15733: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; head and neck with named vascular pedicle (ie, buccinators, genioglossus, temporalis, masseter, sternocleidomastoid, levator scapulae)
Also known as:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Mastectomy for Gynecomastia
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Mastectomy
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
- Male Breast Reduction
- Gynecomastia Surgery
- Breast Tissue Removal (Male)
- Chest Contouring for Men
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
- 19300: Mastectomy For Gynecomastia
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Small Skin Flap Surgery (Scalp, Arms, or Legs)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Rearrangement Procedure
- Small Defect Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
- 14020: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14000: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Facial Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
- Lip Lesion Removal
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Ear Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Fat Transfer to Face or Body (Small Volume)
- Autologous Fat Grafting
- Lipofilling
- Fat Injection for Volume
CPT Codes:
- 15773: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to face, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, and/or feet; 25 cc or less injectate
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
Also known as:
- Facial Wound Repair
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
CPT Codes:
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Custom Ear Prosthesis Creation
- Auricular Prosthesis Fabrication
- Artificial Ear Fitting
- Custom Ear Mold
- Prosthetic Ear Design
CPT Codes:
- 21086: Impression and custom preparation; auricular prosthesis
Also known as:
- Small Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Face/Scalp)
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision
- Facial Lump Removal
- Scalp Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21011: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of face or scalp, subcutaneous; less than 2 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Large Tumor Removal from Face or Scalp
- Face or Scalp Tumor Removal
- Large Tumor Removal from Shoulder
- Removing a Small Lump from Upper Arm or Elbow
- Face Tumor Excision
- Scalp Tumor Removal (Deep)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery (Face/Scalp)
- Subfascial Tumor Excision
- Soft tissue tumor excision
- Subcutaneous tumor removal
- Facial lump removal
- Shoulder Tumor Excision (Deep)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery (Shoulder)
- Intramuscular Shoulder Tumor Removal
- Shoulder Mass Excision
- Arm Tumor Excision
- Elbow Lump Removal
- Subcutaneous Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 21014: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of face and scalp, subfascial (eg, subgaleal, intramuscular); 2 cm or greater
- 21012: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of face or scalp, subcutaneous; 2 cm or greater
- 23073: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of shoulder area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 24075: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of upper arm or elbow area, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
Also known as:
- Midface Reconstruction Surgery
- Chin Surgery (Genioplasty)
- LeFort I Osteotomy
- Maxillary Reconstruction
- Facial Bone Repositioning
- Sliding Genioplasty
- Chin Augmentation Surgery
- Chin Reshaping
- Mandibular Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
- 21141: Reconstruction midface, LeFort I; single piece, segment movement in any direction (eg, for Long Face Syndrome), without bone graft
- 21121: Genioplasty; sliding osteotomy, single piece
Also known as:
- Jawbone Reconstruction with Fixation
- Mandibular Sagittal Split Osteotomy
- Jawbone Reshaping Surgery
- Internal Jaw Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 21196: Reconstruction of mandibular rami and/or body, sagittal split; with internal rigid fixation
Also known as:
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck/Chest)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Back Tumor Removal
- Flank Tumor Surgery
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
- Neck soft tissue tumor removal
- Chest wall tumor excision
- Subfascial tumor removal
- Large intramuscular tumor surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 21554: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Jaw Fracture Repair
- Mandible Fracture Repair
- Broken Jaw Surgery
- Jaw Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21462: Open treatment of mandibular fracture; with interdental fixation
Also known as:
- Complex Jaw Fracture Repair
- Mandibular fracture surgery
- Jaw wiring
- Internal jaw fixation
CPT Codes:
- 21470: Open treatment of complicated mandibular fracture by multiple surgical approaches including internal fixation, interdental fixation, and/or wiring of dentures or splints
Also known as:
- Orbital Floor Fracture Repair
- Eye Socket Fracture Surgery
- Blowout Fracture Repair
- Orbital Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 21390: Open treatment of orbital floor blowout fracture; periorbital approach, with alloplastic or other implant
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum Repair
- Nose Job with Septum Repair
- Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
- Nose Surgery for Cleft Lip/Palate Deformity
- Nose Tip Surgery for Cleft Lip/Palate Deformity
- Septoplasty
- Nasal Septum Surgery
- Submucous Resection of Septum
- Nose Septum Straightening
- Primary Rhinoplasty
- Septorhinoplasty
- Nasal Reshaping
- Cosmetic Nose Surgery
- Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
- Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
- Spreader Grafting (Nose)
- Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
- Cleft Lip Rhinoplasty
- Nasal Reconstruction Cleft Palate
- Columellar Lengthening
- Cleft Lip Rhinoplasty (Tip)
- Nasal Tip Reconstruction
- Columellar Lengthening (Nose)
CPT Codes:
- 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
- 30420: Rhinoplasty, primary; including major septal repair
- 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
- 30462: Rhinoplasty for nasal deformity secondary to congenital cleft lip and/or palate, including columellar lengthening; tip, septum, osteotomies
- 30460: Rhinoplasty for nasal deformity secondary to congenital cleft lip and/or palate, including columellar lengthening; tip only
Also known as:
- Cleft Palate and Gum Ridge Repair with Bone Graft
- Major Revision of Cleft Palate Repair
- Palatoplasty with Bone Graft
- Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery
- Alveolar Ridge Reconstruction
- Cleft palate revision surgery
- Palatoplasty revision
- Repair of cleft palate
- Major palate surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42210: Palatoplasty for cleft palate, with closure of alveolar ridge; with bone graft to alveolar ridge (includes obtaining graft)
- 42215: Palatoplasty for cleft palate; major revision
Does Dr. Baker accept my insurance?
Dr. Baker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-8751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Baker in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Indiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Baker's office located?
Dr. Stephen Baker's Primary Practice
3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 444-8751
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
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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 1659379501.
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. Stephen Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Plastic Surgeon near Washington, DC. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Baker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 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 Stephen Baker accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (202) 444-8751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (202) 444-8751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Baker have?
Dr. Stephen Baker is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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