Philip Baty, MD
Philip Baty is a Family Medicine specialist based in Grand Rapids, MI with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across MI can see Philip Baty, MD in person in Grand Rapids or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Wayne State University School of Medicine graduate since 1989, he brings 37+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, anxiety, and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
5171 Plainfield Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-1048
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better44.93%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+39.8 pts)
44.93% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
51
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
18
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
69
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $857
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Arthritis, Anxiety Disorders, and Hypertension.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 16, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Wayne State University School of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
245 State St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-4328
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Philip Baty
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Philip Baty for arthritis follow-ups, anxiety counseling, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Grand Rapids 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 Philip Baty
Dr. Baty is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Grand Rapids, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (616) 685-8350.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Philip Baty
Practice Location
5171 Plainfield Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-1048
Mailing Address
245 State St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-4328
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