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Dr. Michael Baum, MD

Dr. Michael Baum, MD

Surgeon

Barnesville, OH

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baum, Surgeon in Barnesville, OH?

    Dr. Michael Baum, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Barnesville, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Baum graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Baum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baum’s office at (740) 425-5190.

    Where did Dr. Baum go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Ohio State University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Baum board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Baum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Baum speak?

    Dr. Baum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Baum typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Baum diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Baum. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Baum typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Baum performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Baum. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Polyp Removal
    • Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Nail Trimming and Cleaning
    • Therapeutic Nail Debridement
    • Thick Nail Treatment
    • Fungal Nail Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more

    Does Dr. Baum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 425-5190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baum accept in Barnesville, OH?

    Dr. Baum in Barnesville, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • State of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Baum's office located?

    Dr. Michael Baum's Primary Practice

    100 Hospital Dr Ste 103

    Barnesville, OH 43713

    (740) 425-5190

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    Dr. Michael Baum's Practice 2

    639 W Main St

    Barnesville, OH 43713

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    What hospitals are Dr. Baum affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Baum has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Selby General Hospital,Marietta, OH
    Ohio Hospital For Psychiatry,Columbus, OH
    Wvu Medicine - St. Josephs Hospital,Buckhannon, WV

    What is Dr. Baum's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Baum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922094325.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baum?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baum

    What is Dr. Michael Baum's specialty?

    Dr. Baum is a Surgeon near Barnesville, OH.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Michael Baum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baum is affiliated with Wvu Medicine Wheeling Hospital, Marietta Memorial Hospital, Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Michael Baum accepting new patients in Barnesville, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Baum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Baum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baum's office at (740) 425-5190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Baum?

    Please contact Dr. Baum's office at (740) 425-5190 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Baum's office located?

    Dr. Baum's office is located in Barnesville, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Baum have?

    Dr. Michael Baum is certified by the American Board of Surgery.