Dr. Elvira J Baker
Family Practice in Columbia, South Carolina
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 42+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Elvira J Baker, MD, is a Family Practice specialist in Columbia, South Carolina. She attended and graduated from Brown University Program In Medicine in 1982, having over 42 years of diverse experience, especially in Family Practice. Dr. Elvira J Baker also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Doctors Care, Pa. Dr. Elvira J Baker accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (803) 783-2661 to request Dr. Elvira J Baker the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Elvira J Baker |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
0042203846 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Family Practice (primary specialty)
- General Practice
Experience
- Over 42 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Elvira J Baker attended and graduated from Brown University Program In Medicine in 1982.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1295027225
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, May 10, 2011
- NPPES Last Update: Saturday, June 30, 2012
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - She does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Elvira J Baker
Medical Licenses
Dr. Elvira J Baker has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 42 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 14418 | South Carolina |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Emergency Medicine
click for detail Emergency Medicine An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
| 14418 | South Carolina |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Family Medicine
click for detail Family Medicine Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
| 14418 | South Carolina |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Doctors Care, Pa | 171 |
Practice Locations
7659 Garners Ferry Rd
Columbia, SC 29209-3857
Phone: (803) 783-2661
Fax: (803) 776-8882
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
7653 Garners Ferry Rd
Columbia, SC 29209-3857
Phone: (803) 783-2661
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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Dr. Elvira J Baker [NPI: 1295027225]Family Practice, General Practice