Tad Baum, M.D.
NPI 1770597502 · Ophthalmology Physician · Leominster, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tad Baum, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Leominster, MA (NPI 1770597502).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770597502
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 150333 (MA)
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
19 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
2,911 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,130 | $133 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 358 | $36 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 311 | $67 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 244 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 203 | $95 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 152 | $42 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,207 | 300 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 380 | 104 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 321 | 113 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 248 | 198 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 219 | 153 |
| Timolol Maleate | 217 | 78 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 194 | 51 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 across 1 record (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
- 2006-07-28
- Last updated
- 2015-12-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tad Baum's NPI number?
- Tad Baum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770597502, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tad Baum's specialty?
- Tad Baum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tad Baum located?
- Tad Baum's practice location on file with NPPES is 50 Memorial Drive, Leominster, MA 01453.
- What is Tad Baum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tad Baum is (978) 534-2426.
- Does Tad Baum accept Medicare?
- Tad Baum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tad Baum's NPI active?
- Yes — Tad Baum's NPI (1770597502) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-12-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.