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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Clinical Geneticist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Joshua Baker, DO is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Baker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (312) 227-4000.
What languages does Dr. Baker speak?
Dr. Baker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Baker typically treat?
As a Clinical Geneticist, 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:
- Maple Syrup Urine Disease
- Propionic Acidemia
- Metabolic Disorder
- Maple syrup urine disease
- Propionic acidemia
- MSUD
- Branched-Chain Ketoaciduria
- PA
- Propionyl-CoA Carboxylase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E710: Maple-syrup-urine disease
- E71121: Propionic acidemia
Also known as:
- Ornithine Metabolism Disorder
- Lysine and Hydroxylysine Metabolism Disorder
- Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
- Ornithine translocase deficiency
- Hyperlysinemia
- Ornithine Translocase Deficiency
- Hyperornithinemia
- Ornithine Processing Problems
- Lysine Processing Problems
- Genetic Lysine Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E724: Disorders of ornithine metabolism
- E723: Disorders of lysine and hydroxylysine metabolism
Also known as:
- Pompe Disease
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Pompe disease
- GSD II
- Glycogen Storage Disease Type II
- Acid Maltase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7402: Pompe disease
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Williams Syndrome
- Genetic Disorder
- Williams-Beuren Syndrome
- WS
- Elfin Facies Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q9382: Williams syndrome
Also known as:
- Very Long-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- Lipid Metabolism Disorder
- Very long-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
- VLCAD Deficiency
- Long-Chain Fatty Acid Oxidation Disorder
- VLCADD
ICD-10 Codes:
- E71310: Long chain/very long chain acyl CoA dehydrogenase deficiency
What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Baker typically perform?
As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Baker may include:
- Biochemical Genetics Consultation
- Biochemical Genetics Follow Up
- Enzyme Replacement Therapy
- Genetic Testing
- Metabolic Assessment and Management
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 (312) 227-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Baker in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
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 1134534597.
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. Joshua Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Clinical Geneticist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Clinical Geneticist do?
A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.
Is this Dr. Joshua Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest 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
When to see a Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Baker accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (312) 227-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (312) 227-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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