Matthew Baer, MD, PHD
NPI 1861978082 · Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician · Elgin, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Baer, MD, PHD is a Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician provider in Elgin, IL (NPI 1861978082).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861978082
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036166028 (IL)
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
7 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
1,739 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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'SG2211 | 256 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 194 | $132 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 139 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 139 | $184 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 136 | $171 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Duloxetine Hcl | 97 | 34 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 96 | 32 |
| Memantine Hcl | 65 | 28 |
| Rivastigmine Tartratebrand: Rivastigmine | 61 | 20 |
| Gabapentin | 57 | 25 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 56 | 24 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 41 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,384 across 186 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)
- 3009 N Ballas Rd Ste 102bSaint Louis, MO 63131-2343Phone: (314) 996-7080
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-07-11
- Last updated
- 2023-08-04
- Certified
- 2023-08-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Baer's NPI number?
- Matthew Baer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861978082, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Baer's specialty?
- Matthew Baer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neuromuscular Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Baer located?
- Matthew Baer's practice location on file with NPPES is 750 Fletcher Dr Ste 204, Elgin, IL 60123-4703.
- What is Matthew Baer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Baer is (847) 931-4626.
- Does Matthew Baer accept Medicare?
- Matthew Baer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Baer's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Baer's NPI (1861978082) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.