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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baker, Thoracic Surgeon in Lima, OH?
Dr. Ethelbert Baker, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lima, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Baker graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Baker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baker’s office at (740) 779-4360.
Where did Dr. Baker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, General Surgery | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Baker board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ethelbert Baker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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 Thoracic Surgeon, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Baker perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Baker accept my insurance?
Dr. Baker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 779-4360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baker accept in Lima, OH?
Dr. Baker in Lima, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Baker's office located?
Dr. Ethelbert Baker's Primary Practice
1003 Bellefontaine Ave Ste 200
Lima, OH 45804
(740) 779-4360
Dr. Ethelbert Baker's Practice 2
4439 State Route 159 Ste 130
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 779-4360
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 1417922758.
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. Ethelbert Baker's specialty?
Dr. Baker is a Thoracic Surgeon near Lima, OH. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Baker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ethelbert Baker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baker is affiliated with Lima Memorial Health System 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 Ethelbert Baker accepting new patients in Lima, OH?
Yes, Dr. Ethelbert Baker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ethelbert Baker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (740) 779-4360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ethelbert Baker?
Please contact Dr. Baker's office at (740) 779-4360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ethelbert Baker have?
Dr. Ethelbert Baker is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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