Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Craig Baker, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Cardiac Surgery) · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1922020833
- Accepts Medicare
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1520 San Pablo St Ste 4300
Los Angeles, CA 900335330
(323) 442-5849 - Mailing address
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Po Box 31309
Los Angeles, CA 900310309
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 27, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208G00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A62537
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1922020833. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
38
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$32,771
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 26 | 26 | $192 | |
33430 |
Replacement of mitral valve on heart-lung machine | 12 | 12 | $2,315 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 25 peers in Los Angeles Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 28. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$16,374
Transactions
17
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | 12 | $15,980.34 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 2 | $267.97 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $76.31 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 2 | $48.95 |
By nature of payment
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Craig Baker's medical specialty?
Dr. Craig Baker practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Craig Baker practice?
Dr. Craig Baker practices at 1520 San Pablo St Ste 4300, Los Angeles, CA 900335330. Office phone: 3234425849.
What is Dr. Craig Baker's NPI?
Dr. Craig Baker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922020833, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Craig Baker accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Craig Baker accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Craig Baker commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Replacement of mitral valve on heart-lung machine (HCPCS 33430). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.