Summary

Dr. Matthew Baker is a family medicine physician with over two decades of experience serving patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his internship at The Ohio State University in 2004, followed by his residency at Columbus Children's Hospital that same year. With 26 years in practice, Dr. Baker brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive family care. He provides care in English to meet his patients' needs.

Dr. Baker practices at Saint Marys Good Samaritan Hospital and sees patients in Athens, Georgia. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies that require immediate attention. His practice also focuses strongly on preventive care through immunization programs for children and adolescents, including chickenpox vaccines. Patients rate Dr. Baker 4.5 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and thorough approach to family medicine.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Columbus Childrens Hospital
  • 18 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Piedmont Physicians at Resource Medical - Suite 2200

1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 2200Athens, GA 30606
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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26 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, French, Creole
Athens , GABoca Raton , FLHouston , TXSuwanee , GA
Med School: Medical College of Georgia Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Matthew Boyd Baker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation (Ryan White Part A)
  • Alliant Health Plans SoloCare (including Core & Select)
  • Alliant SimpleCare/4Corners
  • Ambetter (including Core & Select)
  • Anthem
  • Anthem MediBlue
  • Beech Street
  • CareSource
  • CareSource Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP only)
  • CareSource Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Georgia Health Advantage
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Kaiser
  • Kaiser Medicare Advantage
  • LifeWell (HealthScope)
  • Medicare
  • Peach State
  • PHCS/MultiPlan
  • Pruitt Health Premier (AllyAlign)
  • Sonder
  • Tricare Prime (referral required)
  • Tricare Select
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Marketplace Exchange
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Matthew Boyd Baker has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Matthew Boyd Baker has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Matthew Boyd Baker holds an active medical license in the state of Georgia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Columbus Childrens Hospital in 2004.

Internship

Completed their internship at The Ohio State University in 2004.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College of Georgia in 2000.

NPI Number

Matthew Boyd Baker's NPI number is 1316975782.

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Which hospitals is Matthew Baker affiliated with?
Matthew Baker is affiliated with Saint Marys Good Samaritan Hospital.

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