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 has been practicing medicine for over five decades. Dr. Baker is fluent in Spanish and Tagalog, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout his career.

Dr. Baker practices at multiple locations in Bakersfield, California, including Bakersfield Heart Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Mercy Hospital Downtown Bakersfield. He specializes in managing high blood pressure and cholesterol disorders in both adults and children. His practice includes performing electrocardiograms and blood tests to monitor heart health and overall wellness. Patients rate Dr. Baker 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 51 years of experience
  • 58 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Tagalog
  • Uc Irvine Medical Center
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 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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3.8 
51 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English
Bakersfield , CADiamond Bar , CAMesquite , TXBeverly Hills , CA
Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc 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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Is Dr. William Baker accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. William Baker speak?
Dr. William Baker speaks Spanish and Tagalog.
Does Dr. William Baker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. William Baker has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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