Quick answers
- Where does Howard Baum see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Brooklyn, NY and Forest Hills, NY. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Howard Baum's specialty?
- Medicare lists Orthopedic Surgery as the primary specialty.
- Does Howard Baum accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Howard Baum accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Howard Baum?
- (718) 769-2521, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Howard Baum's NPI number?
- 1063529287. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Howard Baum is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 3500 Nostrand AveBrooklyn, NY 11229 (718) 769‑2521
- 6915 Austin StForest Hills, NY 11375 (718) 263‑3500
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Howard Baum as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Healthquest Health Center LLC11 clinicians in the group
- Queens Medical Pavilion, LLC7 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgeryprimary
Other orthopedic surgeons in Brooklyn
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Brooklyn, NY — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | New York Medical College |
| Graduation year | 1989 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1063529287 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians