JACOB JOHN BAKER MD
NPI 1821519976
Emergency Medicine in Hammond, LA

Active since June 29, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR, HAMMOND, LA 70403(985) 345-2700(985) 230-1368 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 4, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 4, 2022, Jul 21, 2022, Jun 29, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Jacob John Baker Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

JACOB JOHN BAKER MD (NPI 1821519976) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Hammond, Louisiana, licensed in South Carolina (LL51124) and active in the NPI registry since June 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Columbia.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821519976
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameJACOB JOHN BAKERCredential: MD
Location Address15790 PAUL VEGA MD DRHammond, LA 70403-1436
Mailing Address14 Medical Park, Ste 350, Emergency Medicine DepartmentColumbia, SC 29203 · (803) 434-3790 · Fax (803) 434-3946
Fax(985) 230-1368
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateJune 29, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 4, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 4, 2022
NPI 1821519976 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in SC · LL51124 Licensed in LA · 333015
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR, Hammond, LA 70403

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 114 Medical Park, Ste 350, Emergency Medicine DepartmentColumbia, SC 29203 · Phone (803) 434-3790 · Fax (803) 434-3946

Other Identifiers 1

Other1821519976LA · Npi Number

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Jacob John Baker Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2961768197
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221024002286
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
146 services138 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
95 services93 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
42 services42 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
37 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

North Oaks Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hammond, LA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number190015
Location15790 Paul Vega MD DriveHammond, LA 70403 · Tangipahoa County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70403 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$83.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $20.90 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

General Acute Care Hospital
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR, FINANCE DEPARTMENT
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Emergency Medicine
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Nurse Practitioner
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR, REVENUE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Anesthesiology
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
15790 PAUL VEGA MD DR
HAMMOND, LA 70403

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Jacob Baker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jacob Baker is 1821519976. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 29, 2017.

Where is Jacob Baker located?

Jacob Baker practices at 15790 Paul Vega MD Dr, Hammond, LA 70403. The listed phone number is (985) 345-2700.

What is Jacob Baker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Jacob Baker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jacob Baker is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Jacob Baker accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama list Jacob Baker as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Jacob Baker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Jacob Baker is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jacob Baker was last updated on October 4, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.