Summary

Dr. William Baker is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of California Irvine College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at UC Irvine Medical Center and brings over five decades of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Baker is fluent in both Tagalog and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Baker practices at multiple locations throughout Bakersfield, California, including Bakersfield Heart Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Mercy Hospital Downtown Bakersfield. He focuses on managing high blood pressure and cholesterol disorders in patients of all ages. His practice includes performing diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms and blood work to monitor heart health and overall wellness. Patients have given Dr. Baker an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 51 years of experience
  • 58 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Tagalog, Spanish
  • Uc Irvine Medical Center
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. William Franklin Baker has 4 locations

William F Baker Jr Md And Associates

3008 Sillect Ave Ste 240Bakersfield, CA 93308
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bakersfield Heart Hospital

3001 Sillect AveBakersfield, CA 93308

Good Samaritan Hospital

901 Olive DrBakersfield, CA 93308

Mercy Hospital Downtown Bakersfield

2215 Truxtun AveBakersfield, CA 93301

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51 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Tagalog, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Bakersfield , CALyons , COKaty , TXBeverly Hills , CA
Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Franklin Baker

  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareSource
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Easy Choice Health Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Gateway Health
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Legacy Health
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • QualCare
  • QualCare - IPA
  • Regence BlueShield
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Security Life
  • Soundpath Health
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • United American - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Franklin Baker has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Franklin Baker has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr. William Franklin Baker holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Uc Irvine Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Baker's NPI number is 1720040793.

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What languages does Dr. William Franklin Baker speak?
Dr. William Franklin Baker speaks Tagalog and Spanish.
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