Catherine Baucom, M.D./PH.D
NPI 1588845184 · Surgery Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Catherine Baucom, M.D./PH.D is a Surgery Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1588845184).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588845184
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D./PH.D
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 39 (LA)
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,511 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 | 535 | $119 |
| Complete Ultrasound Scan of 1 Breast76641 | 533 | $134 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 508 | $113 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 428 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 334 | $52 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Letrozole | 170 | 39 |
| Anastrozole | 104 | 22 |
| Lorazepam | 56 | 13 |
| Toremifene Citratebrand: Fareston | 33 | — |
| Alendronate Sodium | 27 | — |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 27 | — |
| Alprazolam | 23 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$63 across 3 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-11-25
- Last updated
- 2020-02-24
- Certified
- 2020-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Catherine Baucom's NPI number?
- Catherine Baucom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588845184, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Catherine Baucom's specialty?
- Catherine Baucom is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Catherine Baucom located?
- Catherine Baucom's practice location on file with NPPES is 541 Shadows Ln Ste C, Baton Rouge, LA 70806-6559.
- What is Catherine Baucom's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Catherine Baucom is (225) 755-3070.
- Does Catherine Baucom accept Medicare?
- Catherine Baucom is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Catherine Baucom's NPI active?
- Yes — Catherine Baucom's NPI (1588845184) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.