Name: Dr. Andrew R. Baron

Specialty: Family Medicine

Qualification/Board Certification: Medical Doctor, Family Medicine

Affiliation(s): Not listed in the provided profile

Locations: Nampa, Idaho

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Not listed in the provided profile

NPI Number: 1750567731

About the Doctor

Dr. Andrew R. Baron is an experienced family medicine physician with over 20 years of clinical practice, based in Nampa, Idaho. He earned his medical degree from the University of Manitoba and has built a distinguished career providing comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages. With a broad scope of practice that extends well beyond conventional family medicine, Dr. Baron brings a uniquely multidimensional approach to patient care that integrates traditional medicine with behavioral health and holistic wellness strategies.

What sets Dr. Baron apart from many primary care physicians is his subspecialty expertise in three distinct and complementary areas: Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Medicine, and Complementary and Integrative Medicine. This combination allows him to address the full spectrum of a patient’s health needs — from physical and mental health to lifestyle and wellness — under one roof. His expertise in Addiction Medicine enables him to support patients dealing with substance use disorders and dependency, while his Behavioral Medicine background equips him to address the psychological and emotional dimensions of health, including conditions such as bipolar disorder. His training in Complementary and Integrative Medicine further allows him to incorporate evidence-based holistic approaches into his care plans, offering patients a more comprehensive and personalized path to wellness.

Dr. Baron accepts Medicare and several major insurance plans, and offers online appointment booking for patient convenience.

Key Highlights:

• Family medicine physician with 21+ years of experience
• Subspecialties in Addiction Medicine, Behavioral Medicine, and Complementary and Integrative Medicine
• Expertise in bipolar disorder and behavioral health conditions
• Unique holistic and integrative approach to primary care
• Accepts Medicare and multiple major insurance plans
• Online appointment booking available
• Speaks English

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Manitoba

Residency: Not listed in the provided profile

Fellowship/Additional Training: Not listed in the provided profile

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Baron diagnoses and manages a wide range of physical, behavioral, and mental health conditions for patients of all ages. His areas of clinical expertise include:

• Bipolar disorder and mood disorders
• Anxiety and depression
• Substance use and addiction disorders
• Diabetes and blood sugar management
• Hypertension and high blood pressure
• High cholesterol and lipid disorders
• Behavioral and psychological health conditions
• Chronic pain and pain management
• Allergies and allergic conditions
• Respiratory conditions and infections
• Preventive health and wellness concerns
• Lifestyle-related chronic conditions

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Baron provides a variety of clinical services and procedures within his family medicine and integrative practice, including:

• Comprehensive physical examinations
• Preventive health screenings and assessments
• Behavioral health evaluations and counseling
• Addiction medicine evaluations and treatment planning
• Chronic disease monitoring and management
• Vaccination and immunization administration
• Basic in-office laboratory testing
• Medication management and adjustment
• Integrative and complementary health assessments
• Mental health support and referral coordination
• Specialist referrals when advanced care is needed

Services Offered

Dr. Baron offers a distinctive and comprehensive range of family medicine services that goes beyond traditional primary care to encompass behavioral health, addiction medicine, and complementary and integrative medicine. His practice in Nampa, Idaho is designed to serve patients seeking a more holistic, whole-person approach to their health, recognizing that physical well-being is deeply connected to mental, emotional, and lifestyle factors.

In his primary care role, Dr. Baron provides routine wellness exams, preventive screenings, immunizations, and management of common acute and chronic illnesses for patients of all ages. He takes a thorough, individualized approach to diagnosing and treating conditions ranging from hypertension and diabetes to respiratory infections and allergies, helping patients maintain their health through both conventional medical treatment and proactive preventive strategies.

His Behavioral Medicine subspecialty allows Dr. Baron to address the mental and emotional dimensions of health within the primary care setting, providing evaluation and support for patients dealing with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Rather than simply referring patients elsewhere, Dr. Baron integrates behavioral health support directly into his care model, creating a more seamless and accessible experience for patients who might otherwise face barriers to mental health treatment.

Through his Addiction Medicine subspecialty, Dr. Baron provides compassionate, evidence-based evaluation and treatment planning for patients struggling with substance use disorders and addiction, supporting recovery with a non-judgmental, medically informed approach. His Complementary and Integrative Medicine expertise further enriches his practice by allowing him to incorporate evidence-supported holistic therapies and lifestyle interventions alongside conventional treatments, offering patients a more personalized and balanced path to optimal health.

Services offered include:

• Comprehensive family medicine and primary care
• Annual physical examinations and wellness visits
• Preventive care and health risk screenings
• Chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol)
• Behavioral health evaluation and support
• Bipolar disorder and mood disorder management
• Addiction medicine evaluation and treatment planning
• Substance use disorder support and recovery management
• Complementary and integrative medicine consultations
• Vaccination and immunization services
• Medication management and review
• Mental health counseling and referral coordination
• Specialist referrals and care coordination
• Online appointment booking

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Baron accepts several major insurance plans, including Medicare. Patients are encouraged to contact the office directly to confirm their specific plan and coverage before scheduling an appointment.

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, POS, PPO)
• Cambia Health Solutions (POS)
• CMS Medicare (Medicare)
• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• Humana (Medicare, PPO)
• Molina (HMO, Medicare)

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 207 1st St S, Nampa, ID 83651 Phone: (208) 466-7869

Location 2: Not listed in the provided profile

Hospital Affiliations

Not listed in the provided profile