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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Peter Baker, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Baker graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed his residency at University of Minnesota Program. Dr. Baker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (510) 428-3259.
Where did Dr. Baker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Minnesota Program
Medical School: University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington
Is Dr. Baker board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Baker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Baker speak?
Dr. Baker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Baker typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency 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 here.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Baker typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter 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 (510) 428-3259 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Baker in Oakland, 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
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
Santa Cruz County
State of California
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 1801967450.
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. Peter Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Oakland, CA.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist do?
Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting.
Is this Dr. Peter Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Eden Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peter Baker accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (510) 428-3259 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (510) 428-3259 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Baker have?
Dr. Peter Baker is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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