Yvonne Baker, M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
Yvonne Baker, M.D. has been part of the Durham medical community since 2013 in independent practice. Trained at Temple University School of Medicine (class of 2013), she has been practicing for over 13 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4766dNPPES updated 2013-04-18 · verify on CMS
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 = better3.13%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
3.13% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.6%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
137
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
142
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
800
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $108k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — 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
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 · 2013
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
13 years in practice
Established
An individual who is enrolled in an organized health care education/training program leading to a degree, certification, registration, and/or licensure to provide health care.
Taxonomy: 390200000X
Education & Training
Temple University School of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Virtual Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program Care With Yvonne Baker
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Yvonne Baker for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Durham 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 Yvonne Baker
Dr. Baker is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Durham, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 684-8111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Yvonne Baker
Practice Location
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705-4699
Mailing Address
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705-4699
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