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Ophthalmology

Michael D. Baum, MD

Works at hospitals in Washington, DC · District of Columbia

Summary

Michael D. Baum, MD (Ophthalmology) is listed by Medicare at 1 hospital in Washington, DC. NPI 1689662140. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Michael D. Baum, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
53Years since medical school (graduated 1973)
Georgetown University School Of MedicineMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Washington National Eye CenterGroup practice

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Michael D. Baum work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Michael D. Baum at 1 hospital: MedStar Washington Hospital Center. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Michael D. Baum see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in Washington, DC. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Michael D. Baum's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Michael D. Baum accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Michael D. 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 Michael D. Baum?
(202) 877-5329, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Michael D. Baum's NPI number?
1689662140. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Michael D. Baum works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Michael D. Baum at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Michael D. Baum is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Michael D. Baum as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Washington National Eye Center28 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Washington

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Washington, DC — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolGeorgetown University School Of Medicine
Graduation year1973
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1689662140
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians