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Dr. Brian Baxter, DO

Dr. Brian Baxter, DO

Sandusky, OH

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baxter, Family Medicine Specialist in Sandusky, OH?

    Dr. Brian Baxter, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sandusky, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Baxter graduated from Autonomous University of Ciudad Juarez (UACJ) and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Baxter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baxter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baxter’s office at (419) 625-0654.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Family Medicine | Med College Ohio | The University of Toledo Affiliated Hospitals | University of Toledo Program

    • Medical School: University Auto De Ciudad Juarez, Esc De Med, Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua | Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez | Autonomous University of Ciudad Juarez (UACJ) | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | Autonomous University Of Guerrero

    Is Dr. Baxter board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Baxter, DO 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

    • Spanish

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Ostomy Care
    • Cystostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Urostomy Care
    • Urinary Stoma Management
    • Kidney Ostomy Care
    • Bladder Stoma Care
    • Urinary Diversion Care
    • Suprapubic Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract
    • Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Gastroparesis
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Delayed Gastric Emptying
    • Stomach Paralysis
    • Gastric Motility Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3184: Gastroparesis

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations

    Also known as:

    • Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97911: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin

    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

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian 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 (419) 625-0654 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baxter accept in Sandusky, OH?

    Dr. Baxter in Sandusky, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • SummaCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Baxter's office located?

    Dr. Brian Baxter's Primary Practice

    1326 E Perkins Ave

    Sandusky, OH 44870

    (419) 625-0654

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    Dr. Brian Baxter's Practice 2

    2500 W Strub Rd Ste 120

    Sandusky, OH 44870

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    Dr. Brian Baxter's Practice 3

    5319 Hoag Dr Ste 210A

    Sheffield Village, OH 44035

    (440) 925-5378

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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 1649220450.

    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. Brian Baxter's specialty?

    Dr. Baxter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sandusky, OH. 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. Brian Baxter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baxter is affiliated with Firelands Regional 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 Brian Baxter accepting new patients in Sandusky, OH?

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

    Does Dr. Brian Baxter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baxter's office at (419) 625-0654 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Baxter?

    Please contact Dr. Baxter's office at (419) 625-0654 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Baxter have?

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

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