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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baum, Pulmonologist in Boca Raton, FL?
Dr. Deborah Baum, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boca Raton, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Baum graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences, completed her residency at Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program, and is currently affiliated with Bethesda Hospital West. Dr. Baum is fluent in English, 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 (561) 939-0200.
Where did Dr. Baum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Baum speak?
Dr. Baum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Baum typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Baum typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Baum may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Baum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Baum accept my insurance?
Dr. Baum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 939-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baum accept in Boca Raton, FL?
Dr. Baum in Boca Raton, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Baum's office located?
Dr. Deborah Baum's Primary Practice
1601 Clint Moore Rd Ste 100
Boca Raton, FL 33487
(561) 939-0200
What is Dr. Baum's NPI number?An 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 1215919733.
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. Deborah Baum's specialty?
Dr. Baum is a Pulmonologist near Boca Raton, FL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Deborah Baum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baum is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Delray Medical Center 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Deborah Baum accepting new patients in Boca Raton, FL?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Baum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deborah Baum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baum's office at (561) 939-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deborah Baum?
Please contact Dr. Baum's office at (561) 939-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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