Richard Baum, MD
NPI 1013994987 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Baum, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1013994987).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1013994987
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H4157 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,588 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,173 | $127 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 583 | $8 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 581 | $14 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 286 | $68 |
| Heart Muscle Strain Imaging93356 | 131 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 68 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 876 | 276 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 802 | 266 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 747 | 263 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 414 | 145 |
| Spironolactone | 365 | 133 |
| Lisinopril | 341 | 118 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$527 across 28 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 134 Menger Spgs Ste 1370Boerne, TX 78006-7228Phone: (830) 331-8000Fax: (830) 331-8004
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-30
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Baum's NPI number?
- Richard Baum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013994987, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Baum's specialty?
- Richard Baum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Baum located?
- Richard Baum's practice location on file with NPPES is 4411 Medical Dr Ste 300, San Antonio, TX 78229-3824.
- What is Richard Baum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Baum is (210) 614-5400.
- Does Richard Baum accept Medicare?
- Richard Baum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Baum's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Baum's NPI (1013994987) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.