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    Who is Dr. Baker, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Justin Baker, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Baker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (650) 497-8000.

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

      Is Dr. Baker board certified in Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. Justin 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 Dr. Baker treat?

      As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative 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:

      • Brain Tumor
      • Brain Cancer
      • Cerebral Tumor
      • Intracranial Tumor
      • Malignant Brain Tumor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum
      • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
      • Cancer
      • Connective Tissue Disorder
      • Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
      • Connective Tissue Cancer
      • Soft Tissue Cancer

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
      • C4921: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of right lower limb, including hip

      Also known as:

      • Adrenal Gland Cancer
      • Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
      • Adrenocortical Carcinoma
      • Adrenal Cancer
      • Malignant Adrenal Tumor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C7490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified adrenal gland

      Also known as:

      • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
      • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Relapse
      • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
      • AML Leukemia
      • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
      • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
      • ALL Leukemia in Relapse
      • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Relapse
      • Recurrent Childhood Leukemia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
      • C9102: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in relapse

      Also known as:

      • Epidermolysis Bullosa
      • Skin Condition
      • EB
      • Blistering skin disease
      • Fragile skin syndrome

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Q819: Epidermolysis bullosa, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
      • HIV
      • HIV positive without symptoms
      • Latent HIV infection
      • HIV carrier

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

      Also known as:

      • Palliative Care
      • Comfort care
      • Supportive care
      • Symptom management care

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

      Also known as:

      • Hodgkin Lymphoma
      • Hodgkin's Disease', 'Hodgkin's Lymphoma

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C8190: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site

      Also known as:

      • Bile Duct Cancer
      • Liver Cancer
      • Cholangiocarcinoma
      • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

      Also known as:

      • Central Nervous System Cancer
      • Cancer
      • CNS Cancer
      • Malignant CNS Tumor
      • Cancer of the Brain and Spinal Cord

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C729: Malignant neoplasm of central nervous system, unspecified

      Which procedures does Dr. Baker perform as a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?

      As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Justin Baker may include:

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

      Does Dr. Baker accept my insurance?

      Dr. Baker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Palo Alto, CA?

      Dr. Baker in Palo Alto, 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

      • Blue Shield of California

      • Central California Alliance for Health

      • Department of Defense / Tricare

      • Health Plan of San Mateo

      • Kaiser Permanente

      • Medicare

      • OptumRx

      • Partnership Health Plan

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Baker's office located?

      Dr. Justin Baker's Primary Practice

      725 Welch Rd

      Palo Alto, CA 94304

      (650) 497-8000

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      Dr. Justin Baker's Practice 2

      262 Danny Thomas Pl

      Memphis, TN 38105

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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 1750592580.

      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. Justin Baker's specialty?

      Dr. Baker is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Baker to book an appointment today.

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

      No, Baker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?

      Explore Pediatric Hospice and Palliative 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 Justin Baker accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

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

      Does Dr. Justin Baker offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Justin Baker?

      Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Justin Baker have?

      Dr. Justin Baker is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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