David Baker, M.D.
NPI 1942596481 · Family Medicine Physician · Hookerton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Baker, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Hookerton, NC (NPI 1942596481).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942596481
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 201201747 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,266 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 866 | $120 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 449 | $3 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 316 | $3 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 200 | $121 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 199 | $3 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 143 | $13 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 211 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 495 | 124 |
| Omeprazole | 423 | 102 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 420 | 106 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 388 | 87 |
| Gabapentin | 349 | 86 |
| Lisinopril | 299 | 74 |
| Trazodone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,456 across 87 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 100 Airport Rd Fl 4Kinston, NC 28501-1604Phone: (252) 522-7197Fax: (252) 522-7288
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-06-23
- Last updated
- 2024-03-05
- Certified
- 2024-03-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Baker's NPI number?
- David Baker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942596481, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Baker's specialty?
- David Baker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Baker located?
- David Baker's practice location on file with NPPES is 516 S Wm Hooker Dr, Hookerton, NC 28538-7188.
- What is David Baker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Baker is (252) 747-2089.
- Does David Baker accept Medicare?
- David Baker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Baker's NPI active?
- Yes — David Baker's NPI (1942596481) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-03-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.