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Dr. John Baker, MD

Dr. John Baker, MD

Anderson, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baker, Family Medicine Specialist in Anderson, SC?

    Dr. John Baker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Anderson, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Baker completed his residency at Anderson Meml Hosp. 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 (864) 512-2000.

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

    • Residency: Anderson Meml Hosp

    Is Dr. Baker board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Baker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Baker speak?

    Dr. Baker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baker typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Ethmoid Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0120: Acute ethmoidal sinusitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baker typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Simple Repair of Skin Wound
    • Simple Wound Repair (Small)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Suture of Superficial Wound
    • Skin Laceration Repair
    • Wound Closure
    • Wounds and Injuries Treatment
    • Minor Laceration Repair
    • Superficial Wound Closure
    • Small Cut Stitching
    • Simple Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12002: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Baker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 512-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Anderson, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Baker's office located?

    Dr. John Baker's Primary Practice

    600 N Fant St

    Anderson, SC 29621

    (864) 512-2000

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    Dr. John Baker's Practice 2

    2000 E Greenville St

    Anderson, SC 29621

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    Dr. John Baker's Practice 3

    1035 W Main St

    Central, SC 29630

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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 1760423339.

    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. John Baker's specialty?

    Dr. Baker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Anderson, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Anmed Health Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 John Baker accepting new patients in Anderson, SC?

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

    Does Dr. John Baker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (864) 512-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Baker?

    Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (864) 512-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Baker have?

    Dr. John Baker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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