Zachary Paul Baker, MD Cardiothoracic Surgery, Thoracic Surgery in Augusta, GA

New patient visits
Piedmont Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery at Augusta
1348 Walton Way, Ste 6400 Augusta, GA 30901
Phone
706-722-8242Fax
706-722-8351
Zachary Baker, M.D., earned his medical degree from The American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and completed his residency at West Virginia University. He went on to complete his cardiothoracic fellowship at The University of Arizona. Dr. Baker is board certified in both general surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Baker was the Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Tidal Health and also the medical director of Thoracic Oncology. He specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and his special interests include general cardiac surgery as well as general thoracic surgery.
In his spare time, Dr. Baker enjoys skiing, camping, traveling and spending time with his family.
Dr. Baker is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.
Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Baker was the Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Tidal Health and also the medical director of Thoracic Oncology. He specializes in cardiothoracic surgery and his special interests include general cardiac surgery as well as general thoracic surgery.
In his spare time, Dr. Baker enjoys skiing, camping, traveling and spending time with his family.
Dr. Baker is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.
Provider Information
Specialties
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
Gender
Male
Languages
English
Japanese
Age groups seen
Adults
Geriatrics
Education
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
Medical Education, 2009
University of Maryland
Internship, Surgery, 2010
West Virginia University
Residency, Surgery, 2015
University of Arizona
Fellowship, Thoracic Surgery, 2017
Certifications
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
Verified Reviews
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4.9 out of 5
51 ratings,
8 reviews
1/29/2026
Highly skilled
1/28/2026
Great health care provider
1/21/2026
Dr. Baker knew a lot about my procedure that I need done. He made me feel at ease and more comfortable about having the procedure. I would highly recommend him to a friend or family member.
9/17/2025
He was very professional, efficient, and thorough.
9/17/2025
Very professional and took time talking to me and my husband about my appointment
Insurance Coverage
Note:Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is in network.
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (Ryan White Part A)
Alliant Health Plans SoloCare (including Core & Select)
Alliant SimpleCare/4Corners
Ambetter (including Core & Select)
Anthem
Anthem MediBlue
BCBS
Beech Street
CareSource
CareSource Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP only)
CareSource Medicaid
Cigna
Georgia Health Advantage
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Kaiser
Kaiser Medicare Advantage
LifeWell (HealthScope)
Medicare
Peach State
PHCS/MultiPlan
Pruitt Health Premier (AllyAlign)
Sonder
Tricare Prime (referral required)
Tricare Select
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Marketplace Exchange
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
Wellcare
Map & Directions
1348 Walton Way, Ste 6400 Augusta, GA 30901