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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baum, Cardiologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Richard Baum, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Baum graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Scott & White Mem Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Baum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baum’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baum’s office.
Where did Dr. Baum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scott & White Mem Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Scott & White Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
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 Dr. Baum treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Behavioral Syndrome with Physical Causes
- Mental Disorder
- Physiological Behavioral Disorder
- Physical Factor Behavioral Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F59: Unspecified behavioral syndromes associated with physiological disturbances and physical factors
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Which procedures does Dr. Baum perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Baum may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Baum's office.
Does Dr. Baum accept my insurance?
Dr. Baum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baum accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Baum in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Baum's office located?
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 1013994987.
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. Richard Baum's specialty?
Dr. Baum is a Cardiologist near San Antonio, TX. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Baum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Baum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baum is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Peterson Regional 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
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Is Richard Baum accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Baum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Baum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baum's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Baum?
Please contact Dr. Baum's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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