21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Family Medicine Specialist in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Brian Baker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntersville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Baker graduated from University of North Carolina and completed his residency at Carolinas Med Center. 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 (423) 343-7020.
Where did Dr. Baker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carolinas Med Center
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc | University of North Carolina
Is Dr. Baker board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Baker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 2008
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 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:
- 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:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baker typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Baker may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Baker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Baker accept my insurance?
Dr. Baker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 343-7020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Baker in Huntersville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Baker's office located?
Dr. Brian Baker's Primary Practice
16645 Birkdale Commons Pkwy Ste 100
Huntersville, NC 28078
(423) 343-7020
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 1891774626.
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. Brian Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Huntersville, NC.
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. Brian Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Atrium Health Cabarrus, Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center, Atrium Health University City 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
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Is Brian Baker accepting new patients in Huntersville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Brian Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (423) 343-7020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (423) 343-7020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Baker have?
Dr. Brian Baker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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