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Dr. Clarke Baxter, MD

Southwest Harbor, ME

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baxter, Family Medicine Specialist in Southwest Harbor, ME?

    Dr. Clarke Baxter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Southwest Harbor, ME. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Baxter completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Family Practice. Dr. Baxter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baxter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baxter’s office at (207) 244-5513.

    Where did Dr. Baxter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Family Practice | University Hospital

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh

    Is Dr. Baxter board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Clarke Baxter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Baxter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Baxter treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Baxter 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. Baxter. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
    • ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
    • Motor Neuron Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Which procedures does Dr. Baxter perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Clarke Baxter may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Baxter's office.

    Does Dr. Baxter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baxter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 244-5513 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baxter accept in Southwest Harbor, ME?

    Dr. Baxter in Southwest Harbor, ME 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Employer Direct Healthcare

    • HealthComp

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Baxter's office located?

    Dr. Clarke Baxter's Primary Practice

    45 Herrick Rd

    Southwest Harbor, ME 04679

    (207) 244-5513

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    What is Dr. Baxter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Baxter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487711909.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baxter?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baxter

    What is Dr. Clarke Baxter's specialty?

    Dr. Baxter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Southwest Harbor, ME. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Baxter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Clarke Baxter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baxter is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, ME, The Christ 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Clarke Baxter accepting new patients in Southwest Harbor, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Clarke Baxter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Clarke Baxter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baxter's office at (207) 244-5513 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Clarke Baxter?

    Please contact Dr. Baxter's office at (207) 244-5513 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Clarke Baxter have?

    Dr. Clarke Baxter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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