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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Internist in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Joanne Baker, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Baker graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Baker is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (269) 337-6300.
Where did Dr. Baker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mi State University, Coll of Osteo Med, East Lansing Mi | Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
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 Internist, 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:
- Lower Back Movement Problems
- Mid-Back Joint Dysfunction
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Segmental Dysfunction
- Lower Back Somatic Dysfunction
- Lumbar Biomechanical Issues
- Thoracic spine dysfunction
- Mid-back segmental dysfunction
- Thoracic somatic dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9903: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of lumbar region
- M9902: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of thoracic region
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Baker perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joanne Baker may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (269) 337-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Baker in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
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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 1851338610.
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. Joanne Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Internist near Kalamazoo, MI.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Baker to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joanne Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Ascension Borgess 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 Internist?
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Is Joanne Baker accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?
Yes, Dr. Joanne Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joanne Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (269) 337-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joanne Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (269) 337-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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