Gary Baker, MD
NPI 1437167863 · Interventional Pain Medicine Physician · Lakewood, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gary Baker, MD is a Interventional Pain Medicine Physician provider in Lakewood, CA (NPI 1437167863).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437167863
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Pain Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G078404 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,668 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 665 | $127 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 572 | $127 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 249 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 48 | $93 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 36 | $331 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 735 | 194 |
| Gabapentin | 469 | 131 |
| Celecoxib | 289 | 89 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 278 | 54 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 213 | 68 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 195 | 57 |
| Pregabalin | 172 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-03
- Last updated
- 2007-10-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gary Baker's NPI number?
- Gary Baker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437167863, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gary Baker's specialty?
- Gary Baker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gary Baker located?
- Gary Baker's practice location on file with NPPES is 5750 Downey Ave, Lakewood, CA 90712-1405.
- What is Gary Baker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gary Baker is (562) 408-4636.
- Does Gary Baker accept Medicare?
- Gary Baker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gary Baker's NPI active?
- Yes — Gary Baker's NPI (1437167863) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.