About
Dr. Rick Baker is a primary care physician with over 20 years of experience serving patients in Vero Beach, Florida. He joined Coastal Complete Direct Primary Care in early 2024, partnering with his wife Dr. Nancy Baker to expand the practice's reach. His career has spanned hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and concierge medical settings, giving him a wide clinical foundation.
A lifelong Vero Beach resident, Dr. Baker describes himself as a proud local with deep roots in the community he serves. He holds a firm belief that every patient deserves a personal approach to care and that availability and access are non-negotiable. He joined Coastal Complete to practice medicine on his own terms, prioritizing quality relationships over patient volume.
Education & Training
Primary Care
Who is Dr. Baker right for?
Dr. Baker is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep roots in the Vero Beach community. Patients who have navigated hospital or rehabilitation care and want a physician who understands those settings will benefit from his background. He works well with patients who prioritize direct access and a personal relationship with their doctor. Those managing ongoing health concerns will find his individualized approach and 24/7 availability particularly valuable.
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Dr. Rick Baker has delivered primary care for over 20 years in Vero Beach, Florida. His experience spans hospital medicine, rehabilitation centers, and concierge medical practices, giving him a broad clinical perspective.
Dr. Rick Baker joined Coastal Complete Direct Primary Care in early 2024. He partnered with his wife, Dr. Nancy Baker, who founded the practice in 2020.
Dr. Baker focuses on primary care and internal medicine. He manages a wide range of adult health concerns and coordinates care with specialists when needed.
Dr. Baker believes every patient deserves a personal approach to their care. He views availability and access as fundamental, and he built his practice around knowing each patient as an individual.
Yes. Dr. Rick Baker has lived in Vero Beach his entire life and describes himself as a proud local. His long-standing presence in the community means many patients have known him for years.
Dr. Baker's panel is currently full. Prospective patients can join his waitlist by calling the practice at 772-494-5815.
Dr. Baker makes courtesy visits to hospitals where he holds staff privileges. Where he is not on staff, he communicates directly with the treating hospitalist to review care plans and advocate for his patients.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026