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Dr. Eric Baker, MD

Owensboro, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Owensboro, KY?

    Dr. Eric Baker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Owensboro, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Baker completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Baker is fluent in English, 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 (270) 417-4700.

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

    • Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo

    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 Emergency 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain
    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    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:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Administrative Medical Exams
    • Miscellaneous administrative exams
    • Various official health checks
    • Other regulatory medical assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Which procedures does Dr. Baker perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Eric 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 (270) 417-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Owensboro, KY?

    Dr. Baker in Owensboro, KY 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Indiana

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    Where is Dr. Baker's office located?

    Dr. Eric Baker's Primary Practice

    1201 Pleasant Valley Rd

    Owensboro, KY 42303

    (270) 417-4700

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    Dr. Eric Baker's Practice 2

    1025 New Moody Ln

    La Grange, KY 40031

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    Dr. Eric Baker's Practice 3

    440 Hopkinsville St

    Greenville, KY 42345

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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 1619916715.

    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. Eric Baker's specialty?

    Dr. Baker is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Owensboro, KY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Baker to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Norton Brownsboro Hospital 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

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    Is Eric Baker accepting new patients in Owensboro, KY?

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

    Does Dr. Eric Baker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (270) 417-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Baker?

    Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (270) 417-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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