Clifton A Baker, MD
Clifton A Baker is a General Practice specialist based in Denton, NC with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Clifton a Baker, MD has been part of the Denton medical community since 2006 in independent practice. A Wake Forest University School of Medicine graduate since 1983, he brings 43+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 19% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 60% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2459dNPPES updated 2019-08-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
18539 S Nc Highway 109, Denton, NC 27239-7713
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.9%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.2 pts)
4.9% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.8%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
327
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
907
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
16,844
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.40M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
61 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Clifton a Baker's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who specializes in the general practice of diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions.
Taxonomy: 208D00000X
Education & Training
Wake Forest University School of Medicine (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
18539 S. N.C. Hwy 109, Denton, NC 27239-6807
Differs from practice location
Virtual General Practice Care With Clifton a Baker
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Clifton a Baker for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Denton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clifton a Baker
NPI records show Dr. Baker as active with telehealth listed in Denton, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (336) 859-5001.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Clifton a Baker
Practice Location
18539 S Nc Highway 109, Denton, NC 27239-7713
Mailing Address
18539 S. N.C. Hwy 109, Denton, NC 27239-6807
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