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Dr. Mark Baker, MD
Birmingham, AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Mark Baker, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Baker graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical College of Georgia Program. Dr. Baker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (205) 638-9100.
Where did Dr. Baker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Medical College of Georgia Program
Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of 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 Pediatric 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress Response Syndrome
- Reaction to Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4320: Adjustment disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Impulse Control Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Impulse Control Problem
- Behavioral Impulse Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F639: Impulse disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Baker perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mark Baker may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (205) 638-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Baker in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1437146644.
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. Mark Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Baker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Uab 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 Mark Baker accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Mark Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (205) 638-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (205) 638-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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