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Dr. James Baker, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery* Age 47
Dr. James Baker, MD
4.4 (127 Ratings)

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Dr. James Baker, MD is a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Specialist in Edgewood, KY.
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Dr. James Baker, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery* Age 47
Edgewood, KY
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Baker, MD is a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Specialist in Edgewood, KY.

About

Dr. Baker graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 2003 and completed a residency at University of Illinois-Chicago.Dr. James Baker, MD is a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Specialist in Edgewood, KY and has 21 years experience. Dr. Baker currently practices at OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and are affiliated with St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital, St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital and Uofl Health Jewish Hospital. Dr. Baker has experience treating conditions like Broken Arm among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Baker received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 127 times. Dr. Baker's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Baker is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Wrist Fracture
Somatic Nerve Block
Ganglion Cyst
Trigger Finger
Excision of Ganglion
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gout
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Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Medial Epicondylitis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tenosynovitis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
De Quervain's Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avulsion Fracture
Baker’s Cyst
Bennett's Fracture
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Carpal Fractures
Cerebral Palsy
Chondrocalcinosis
Clavicle Fracture
Colles' Fracture
Complex Fractures
Compound Fracture
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Difficulty With Walking
Distal Radius Fracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Fracture
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Osteophyte
Extra-Articular Fracture
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hip Sprain
Intra-Articular Fracture
Joint Fracture
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Malunion of Fracture
Neck Muscle Strain
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Finger Joint
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteophyte of Hand
Pathologic Fracture
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pediatric Fractures
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Plantar Fasciitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand and Wrist
Scaphoid Fractures
Shoulder Dislocation
Simple Fractures
Sjögren's Syndrome
Tendonitis
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Thumb Basal Joint Arthritis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Upper Extremity Fracture
Work-Related Injuries
Wrist Osteophyte
Arm Surgery
Arthrocentesis
Arthroscopic Wrist Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery, Open
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
Elbow Reconstruction
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Surgery
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fusion
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Reconstruction
Hand Surgery
Hand Tendon Repair
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Simple Fracture Care and Casting
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Ligament Reconstruction
Wrist Reconstruction
Wrist Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medicaid
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • UK-KY PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Special Needs Plan SNP
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Sagamore Health Network
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

Locations

  1. 1 Edgewood
    560 S Loop Rd, Edgewood, KY 41017
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (859) 301-2663
    Monday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Saturday
    09:00 - 13:00
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Orthopaedic Surgery Center
    3025 Dixie Hwy, Edgewood, KY 41017
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (859) 578-7222

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Baker
4.4
Based on 127 Reviews
5 Stars (103)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (5)
2 Stars (5)
1 Star (12)

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Patient Reviews
Dec 18, 2024
I'm extremely happy with the outcome of Dr Baker's work he performed the carple tunnel release surgery. The staff at OrthoCincy has been so helpful and nice.
Amy Hill — Dec 18, 2024
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About Me

Specialties*
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine
    2003
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    2004
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Illinois-Chicago
    2008
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • The Hand Center At San Antonio
    2009
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Baker communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Baker offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Baker offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Baker have free onsite parking?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Baker, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Baker's profile.

Dr. James Baker, MD is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital, St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital and Uofl Health Jewish Hospital.

Yes, Dr. James Baker, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital

    1 Medical Village Dr, Edgewood, KY

  • St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital

    4900 Houston Rd, Florence, KY

  • Uofl Health Jewish Hospital

    200 Abraham Flexner Way, Louisville, KY