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Dr. Laura Kathryn Baker, MD

Pullman, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baker, Family Medicine Specialist in Pullman, WA?

    Dr. Laura Kathryn Baker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pullman, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Baker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (509) 332-3548.

    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 Family 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Transgender Identity
    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Transsexual Identity
    • Gender Transition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F640: Transsexualism

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • History of Sex Reassignment
    • Past gender affirmation surgery
    • Previous gender confirmation
    • History of sex change

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87890: Personal history of sex reassignment

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Baker perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Baker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 332-3548 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Pullman, WA?

    Dr. Baker in Pullman, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Baker's office located?

    Dr. Laura Kathryn Baker's Primary Practice

    915 NE Valley Rd

    Pullman, WA 99163

    (509) 332-3548

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    Dr. Laura Kathryn Baker's Practice 2

    835 SE Bishop Blvd

    Pullman, WA 99163

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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 1184158560.

    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. Laura Kathryn Baker's specialty?

    Dr. Baker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pullman, WA. 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. Baker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Kathryn Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Gritman Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Laura Kathryn Baker accepting new patients in Pullman, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Kathryn Baker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Kathryn Baker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (509) 332-3548 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Kathryn Baker?

    Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (509) 332-3548 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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