Curtis Baum, MD
NPI 1861401390 · Gastroenterology Physician · Topeka, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Curtis Baum, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Topeka, KS (NPI 1861401390).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861401390
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 04-20536 (KS)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
913 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 227 | $224 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 130 | $91 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High RiskG0105 | 122 | $166 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43235 | 112 | $87 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual Not Meeting Criteria for High RiskG0121 | 61 | $165 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 279 | 273 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 255 | 250 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 230 | 67 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 178 | 177 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 101 | 100 |
| Omeprazole | 81 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$62 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1500 Sw 10th AveTopeka, KS 66604-1301Phone: (785) 354-6000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-05
- Last updated
- 2026-02-05
- Certified
- 2026-02-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Curtis Baum's NPI number?
- Curtis Baum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861401390, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Curtis Baum's specialty?
- Curtis Baum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Curtis Baum located?
- Curtis Baum's practice location on file with NPPES is 720 Sw Lane St, Topeka, KS 66606-1539.
- What is Curtis Baum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Curtis Baum is (785) 270-4800.
- Does Curtis Baum accept Medicare?
- Curtis Baum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Curtis Baum's NPI active?
- Yes — Curtis Baum's NPI (1861401390) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.