Kim Baker

Kim is an Academic Support Assistant in the Primary Care Department. She provides academic and administrative support to both teachers and students, ensuring the department's smooth operation and the academic program's success.

Before joining the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine team, Kim spent thirty years at UnitedHealthcare/Optum as a Certified Professional Coder from the American Academy of Professional Coders. During that time, she held positions such as Clinical Investigator, Claims Business Senior Analyst, and Manager of Provider Education. These experiences provided her with a strong foundation in the healthcare industry, communication skills, and the ability to foster an inclusive environment that supports growth and development, along with valuable mentoring experience. All of this will greatly benefit the administration of medical education and student services.