Violeta Baddour, MD
NPI 1134123037 · Rheumatology Physician · Abilene, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Violeta Baddour, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Abilene, TX (NPI 1134123037).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134123037
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- K7242 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
790 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 | 595 | $121 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 71 | $158 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 67 | $71 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 20 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 19 | $86 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 526 | 166 |
| Prednisone | 280 | 94 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 209 | 78 |
| Gabapentin | 186 | 58 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 185 | 53 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 138 | 31 |
| Adalimumab |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$353 across 16 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)
- 580 Court StKeene, NH 03431-1718Phone: (603) 354-5400
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-08
- Last updated
- 2025-06-12
- Certified
- 2025-06-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Violeta Baddour's NPI number?
- Violeta Baddour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134123037, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Violeta Baddour's specialty?
- Violeta Baddour is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Violeta Baddour located?
- Violeta Baddour's practice location on file with NPPES is 1850 Hickory St, Abilene, TX 79601-2325.
- What is Violeta Baddour's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Violeta Baddour is (325) 670-4590.
- Does Violeta Baddour accept Medicare?
- Violeta Baddour is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Violeta Baddour's NPI active?
- Yes — Violeta Baddour's NPI (1134123037) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.