Joseph Robert Baker, PA-C
Joseph Robert Baker, PA-C
Ratings and Reviews
4.8378 Ratings 144 Comments |
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| Listened to me | 4.8 |
| Cared about me | 4.8 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 5.0 |
| Addressed my questions and concerns | 4.8 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- November 24, 2023 Joseph Baker, PA-C explained the X-ray findings using the films that were obtained from my Primary care MD. He discussed how they were correlating to my current physical limitations and presented treatment options. He answered all of our questions.
- November 22, 2023 He listened and addressed my concerns
- November 14, 2023 Baker was very kind. Very good listener. He ever concern I had. He is very good!
- November 10, 2023 He was most helpful and answered every questions that I threw out to him. Very, very pleased.
- November 8, 2023 He took extra time to identify source of my knee pain with additional X-ray views. Discussed treatment options( injections vs TKR). I look forward to following up with a treatment plan.
- November 5, 2023 I have found PA Baker very supportive, helpful and interested in my problem, and all of the staff as well.
- October 20, 2023 Great guy. Knowledgeable
- October 6, 2023 Professional Caring Built environment of trust Listened Informed us Made considered recommendations and explained reasoning for them. Thank you for opportunity to comment
- October 6, 2023 Joseph Baker was friendly, professional, listened carefully, and fully answered all of our questions.
- October 5, 2023 A very friendly and professional person.
- October 5, 2023 Very pleased and comfortable with care I received.
- October 4, 2023 Dr Baker listened to my explanation regarding the pain I was experiencing. He showed me the X-Ray explained the result, then described his diagnosis. Fortunately both hips were fine. He diagnosed Bursitis and recommended an injection to reduce the pain. Thankfully I can report it was spot on.....I won't deny the injection hurt...a lot...but it has proven to be worth it. I'm 90% pain free now and can expect the remaining 10% disappear in the near future.
- October 4, 2023 He is always willing to answer my questions and take my concerns into account, which helps me make better medical decisions for my health.
- October 4, 2023 I appreciate the patient, thorough explanation of my condition and steps I need to take going forward.
- October 1, 2023 Very nice person explained things well. Seemed for the most part concerned about my problems. Just wish he would explained a little better when he left the room if I needed to wait or check out.
- September 29, 2023 I was, as always, completely comfortable with Mr. Baker and his knowledge of any issues I might have questions about.
- September 27, 2023 very professional and friendly
- September 26, 2023 He was awesome
- September 24, 2023 Excellent
- September 22, 2023 Very professional, but also friendly and caring.
- September 19, 2023 Doctor Bakers was caring.
- September 15, 2023 Mr Baker knew that I needed an MRI and referral to sports to further my treatment.
- September 15, 2023 Really helpful and pleasant
- September 13, 2023 Great staff from top to bottom Re my 9/5 knee replacement
- September 11, 2023 Very through with his examination and sharing of condition information
- September 11, 2023 at this office it is emergency and also appointments. . . should be one or the other.
- September 10, 2023 Was treated promptly and with great care. Surgery went great and couldn’t have asked for better care from the nurses to physical therapy.
- September 7, 2023 Dr. Baker is an excellent doctor. He is always concerned about the patient's healing process, and keeps checking for signs that something might not be healing correctly. He is very professional.
- September 7, 2023 Very knowledgeable
- September 7, 2023 Joey is the BEST. He comes in smiling, ask questions and listens to me. It is always a pleasure seeing Joey.
- August 26, 2023 Very caring and explained my situation very carefully.
- August 25, 2023 Joseph Baker is a very caring provider and listened to my concerns. I was able to schedule an appointment quickly. Joseph Baker had a plan of action to help me improve after my surgery.
- August 25, 2023 He listened and offered suggestions as to what I could do at home in taking care of my knee. He went over the three options that I have, explained them thoroughly and listened to my concerns and needs.
- August 25, 2023 Joseph Baker, was very professional, explaining and answering questions and on time. It was the nurse that caused me to be late for the Labs and CT Scam.
- August 23, 2023 He is not bad, his a good doctor.
- August 21, 2023 Very knowledgeable and took time to answer my questions and education was great regarding my diagnosis and next steps regarding surgery.
- August 18, 2023 Professional but at the same time easy to talk with. Explained my condition and treatment options very thoroughly
- August 16, 2023 Gave me his undivided attention listening to me.
- August 13, 2023 Knows his job very well, and very friendly.
- August 11, 2023 Joseph Baker was friendly, compassionate, and knowledgeable.
- August 9, 2023 He has been with me through the entire adventure starting with diagnosis 5 years ago. He has always been attentive, thorough, communicative and friendly explaining exactly what I was seeing in the x-rays.
- August 9, 2023 Good listener and encouraging provider.
- August 4, 2023 Great care would highly recommend to my friends!
- August 3, 2023 Very knowledgeable, thorough, and took time to listen and answer questions.
- July 28, 2023 Very personable, kind, and knowledgeable.
- July 14, 2023 He's personable, and answers all questions. Very courteous.
- July 9, 2023 Everything was great.....
- July 7, 2023 Mr. Baker carefully listened to me and evaluated my concerns. He explained his thinking about what he thought my problem was. He took time to evaluate my knee which had been injured in a fall.
- July 6, 2023 I feel Dr. Baker is very professional, he listens to my concerns, and I feel confident with his comments. Our visits are informative, and I feel very comfortable.
- July 5, 2023 A very good doctor, very knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you so much.
- July 3, 2023 Very smart and helpful Dr.
- June 29, 2023 Very pleased with quality of care during visit thus far
- June 28, 2023 Joey is always a professional and listens well.
- June 28, 2023 Very professional and listened to what questions I had and helped me.
- June 21, 2023 Dr. Baker seemed to really care about my progress after my knee replacement. He was very kind, gentle and caring. He is an excellent doctor.
- June 21, 2023 Dr Joey Baker and his assistant we're excellent. They were very patient and concerned about answering my questions to my fullest satisfaction. They wanted to make sure I was comfortable going into this surgery.
- June 21, 2023 Joey communicates in a way that is easily understood, without medical jargon. His demeanor is professional without being stuffy, and he looked in my eyes when talking instead of facing the computer screen. My encounter with him emphasized that I have made the correct decision to have Dr. Langfitt and his team care for me.
- June 15, 2023 Very attentive provider. Answered all my questions.
- May 22, 2023 Joseph Baker, PA-C - excellent bed side manner; explained everything well during visit; asked if I had any questions and told me what followup needed to occur....this entire group is exceptional!!!!
- May 19, 2023 He was clear, concise, easy to understand, answered all our questions, gave options, and was pleasant and mannerly. We felt like we were in good hands!
- May 17, 2023 He seemed very personable and caring, which I have a great appreciation for.
- May 17, 2023 Helpful, personable
- May 12, 2023 Timely, professional visit as usual
- May 10, 2023 Joseph showed me my new knee x-rays and told me everything was perfect. He answered all of my questions. I felt very confident that my knee was healing well. My next follow up appointment is in 1 year!
- May 4, 2023 Wonderful group of people at Wake Forest.I thank everyone for the kindness and expert care I have received.
- May 3, 2023 Very courteous. Answered my guestions.
- April 26, 2023 He was very patient and answered all of my questions and concerns.
- April 21, 2023 Easy to talk to and felt comfortable asking him questions.
- April 21, 2023 He is very professional, willing to explain things about my procedure to me and my wife. I am sure I will receive the best care available. I also received a t-shirt to wear the day of the procedure. I was impressed by everything.
- April 21, 2023 He was interested in my progress and well-being. His manner was unhurried and pleasant.
- April 21, 2023 Well I was very concern because another doctor told me my knee was bad and the next step was to get a knee replacement, where he told his time gave a shot and said it didnt look that bad well he was rite it been month and now I'm walking
- April 21, 2023 Joe Baker was very conscientious and informative. He listened to my concerns and answered all my questions.
- April 21, 2023 Exceptional!
- April 19, 2023 professional, courteous
- April 18, 2023 Mr. Baker explained the process and took care to make sure that I understood. He answered my questions fully.
- April 12, 2023 Joey took time to explain everything and answered all of our questions. He was caring and accommodating when we were late to the appointment due to being stuck in traffic on 52 due to an accident.
- April 12, 2023 excellent
- April 11, 2023 Very caring
- April 10, 2023 Genuine young man. Was very helpful with answers and information.
- April 6, 2023 No complaints - he was thorough and listened to my questions and addressed them.
- April 5, 2023 it was a good visit with Dr. Baker. He helped me understand what was going on with my knee and we talked in detail.
- March 27, 2023 Very friendly and made sure all of my questions were answered in a way I understood. Wasn't in a rush like other doctors I've seen. Made me feel like I mattered.
- March 24, 2023 Very kind and listens to questions. Answers the questions so I can understand. He leaves you with everything you should know about your condition. He is very good at manipulating my hip so he doesn’t hurt me. I recommend this team to anyone that has hip or knee problems
- March 24, 2023 Highly professional!
- March 21, 2023 listed previously in detail. All superlative-- A+.
- March 15, 2023 I enjoyed our visit ,he was very through
- March 9, 2023 Very caring doctor. Trying to help with my pain.
- March 9, 2023 My mother taught me if you didn't have anything good to say about someone, you should remain silent. Worst experience EVER by a healthcare provider.
- March 8, 2023 He was kind and sympathetic and seemed very thorough and competent.
- March 8, 2023 Joseph Baker was very professional, and took care of my injection in a timely manner.
- March 3, 2023 I reveal the feelings of a botch injection earlier. I felt maybe I never should have shared my previous experience. Retiring 50 years medical field working with doctors all those years I have an inner feeling of their feelings towards me.
- March 1, 2023 Professional, aff
- March 1, 2023 I had a follow-up question and Joseph answered my email very promptly.
- March 1, 2023 Mr. Baker listened to my questions and was very helpful.
- February 26, 2023 PA Baker is excellent in his work, in my opinion.
- February 26, 2023 Conscientious- well-informed -professional- concerned
- February 26, 2023 Young, extremely knowledgeable, VERY helpful regarding what to do in the future.
- February 24, 2023 Professionalism and ability to listen.
- February 23, 2023 Very respectful
- February 22, 2023 Very thorough and helpful in moving forward with knee replacement.
- February 22, 2023 Dr. Baker is very nice. He always take time to listen about your concerns. Dr. Baker wants the best for the patient.
- February 20, 2023 Personable, took time to show and explain Mako surgery.
- February 19, 2023 Joseph was very good, he took time to look at my X-ray and explained what he thought was going on. Very patient and listens to my questions!
- February 18, 2023 Joe Baker is courteous, caring and an expert.
- February 17, 2023 I was made to feel that my care was important. Reassured me that my surgery will be successful.
- February 15, 2023 He Takes the time to explain what is going on in your body and why!!!
- February 13, 2023 Dr Baker Dr Langfitt and the rest of the medical are the best
- February 13, 2023 Wonderful facility. Hope the friendliness and kindness of all the staff stay on this path. I have been telling all of my friends about how Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Center really has the “CAN DO” attitude and the most professional Doctors and staff who truly care about my wellbeing. I have also heard other individuals who are out of county brag at how well they were treated at this facility. Please don’t ever let this family oriented plan go by the wayside. We the people of Davie County are proud of this Model of care. God bless you and your staff for a job well done.
- February 12, 2023 Joseph makes me comfortable while performing my knee exam and provides excellent instructions. He also gave me a painless knee injection.
- February 11, 2023 Joseph Baker was professional, friendly and extremely knowledgeable about my upcoming surgery and the tests I took that day. My husband and I felt comfortable talking with him. Joseph Baker answered all of our questions and concerns.
- February 9, 2023 He was very professional,patient,and friendly. Answered all questions.gentle and informative as he gave me my injection which seems to be very effective because I am having very little pain in my hip. Thank you very much.
- February 8, 2023 Very friendly and easy to understand
- February 8, 2023 He is professional and easy to talk to. I was treated with respect and care.
- February 8, 2023 He listened and answered my questions and sought to assist me and my concerns. He explained that he was my future contact for all things left hip related. Future check-ups and the like.
- February 8, 2023 He was very friendly and helpful.
- February 2, 2023 He was very helpful explaining about my upcoming surgery.
- February 1, 2023 I never actually saw Joseph Baker but his assistant, so my evaluation is of his assistant.
- February 1, 2023 I like and I trust Mr. Baker. I consider him to be as trained, knowledgeable and helpful in my situation as any doctor would be,
- January 31, 2023 Very caring and concern about your illness
- January 28, 2023 This was a routine annual visit to check on my hip replacement. Mr. Baker was extremely responsive and helpful. I was very pleased with the visit.
- January 27, 2023 Listened to me and made recommendations based on specifics. Concerned for my comfort.
- January 25, 2023 Very knowledgeable and caring. Listens to concerns and answers questions that I could understand. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.
- January 25, 2023 I would rather higher than a 10 if I could. He was very professional and interested in how we could alleviate my pain. Very glad I got him as part of my well-being and health care needs.
- January 24, 2023 He's great. He really does listen and he answered all my questions.
- January 23, 2023 Joey is always attentive and concerned about my well-being and thoroughly addresses any concerns I may have.
- January 23, 2023 He was terrific just like the last two PAs that I encountered. Thank you for securing and maintaining positive staff who care about their clients. They obviously love what they do and , in my opinion, it is not work to them. A saying I have lived my life by..... "If you love what you do, you will not work a day in your life."
- January 20, 2023 Competent concerned and friendly.
- January 11, 2023 Very nice. Answered my questions.
- December 31, 2022 Good experience
- December 30, 2022 Explained results of x-rays and status of healing from knee operation and answered all of my questions about what to expect and when the other knee operation may be possible
- December 30, 2022 This guy gets it
- December 30, 2022 He is always friendly and listens to all I say.
- December 29, 2022 I had a particular question and Joseph answered it using my X-rays in a way that eased my mind v
- December 28, 2022 Joseph Baker PA was very friendly and professional. He answered every question and was understanding of any apprehension I may have had. He said the team would take very good care of me.
- December 23, 2022 Joseph Baker, PA-C. Was very professional and informative when going over my MRI. He was able to see the issue and discussed a plan for it and I did leave feeling good about how to move forward .
- December 23, 2022 Helpful, honest, intelligent, liked him
- December 23, 2022 I have been seen by Joseph Baker for a number of years and he has demonstrated a compassionate care for me as a patient. He listens and then offers his medical advice. He is a great asset to the practice!
- December 22, 2022 slow about answer queston
- December 21, 2022 He is a very caring professional.
- December 18, 2022 So very nice and concerned. Didn??t seem hurried and spent ample time answering all questions.
- December 18, 2022 Gave shot with ease!
- December 16, 2022 Very thorough, answered all my questions and concerns.
- December 7, 2022 Very nice
- December 6, 2022 Was prompt in seeing me, knowledgeable with my medical condition
Locations
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm
Credentials
Education
- PA, Wake Forest School of Medicine, 2016
Board Certifications
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Positions
- Physician Assistant
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC