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DR. GRIFFIN RICHARD BAUM M.D.
NPI 1316236045
Neurological Surgery in Thomasville, GA

Active since April 04, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.25/100
CMS Quality Rating
704 S BROAD ST, THOMASVILLE, GA 31792(229) 584-5760(229) 584-5945 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 21, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 21, 2026, Jul 5, 2018, Jan 25, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Griffin Richard Baum M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. GRIFFIN RICHARD BAUM M.D. (NPI 1316236045) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Thomasville, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (110583) and active in the NPI registry since April 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, and is a graduate of Emory University School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316236045
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GRIFFIN RICHARD BAUMCredential: M.D.
Location Address704 S BROAD STThomasville, GA 31792-6107
Mailing Address704 S Broad StThomasville, GA 31792-6107 · (229) 584-5760 · Fax (229) 584-5945
Phone(229) 584-5760
Fax(229) 584-5945
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEmory University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateApril 4, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateApril 21, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 21, 2026
✔ NPI 1316236045 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 110583
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
704 S BROAD ST, Thomasville, GA 31792
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Griffin Richard Baum M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID5890099923
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240315002794, I20260318001081
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Griffin Baum reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Archbold Medical Group, Inc.
0.9 mi
Surgery
900 CAIRO RD
Thomasville, GA 31792
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Georgia enrollment
  • 96 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1831353036 (229) 228-8826
Tallahassee Neurological Clinic
31 mi
Neurological Surgery
1401 CENTERVILLE RD, SUITE 300
Tallahassee, FL 32308
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 53 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1982660569 (850) 877-5115
Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York
889 mi
Internal Medicine
400 KELBY ST, 8TH FLOOR CLINICAL REVENUE OFFICE
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1477068971 (New York)
  • 1,048 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1982993184 (212) 304-6408
North Shore - Lij Medical PC
893 mi
Internal Medicine
270-05 76TH AVE
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 9,353 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1790043479 (516) 465-8089

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
92 services69 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
68 services62 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
61 services29 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
51 services51 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
50 services49 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Tallahassee, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100135
Location1300 Miccosukee RdTallahassee, FL 32308 · Leon County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Archbold Memorial

Acute Care Hospitals · Thomasville, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110038
Location915 Gordon Avenue & Mimosa DriveThomasville, GA 31792 · Thomas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Archbold Grady

Acute Care Hospitals · Cairo, GA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110121
Location1155 5th Street, SECairo, GA 39828 · Grady County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 31792 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

91.25/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality74.92
Promoting Interoperability91.67
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

LATARSHA JONES ARNP
Nurse Practitioner
704 S BROAD ST
THOMASVILLE, GA 31792
Thomas County (229) 226-8880
RACHEL H. HOWELL ANP
Nurse Practitioner
704 S BROAD ST
THOMASVILLE, GA 31792
Thomas County (229) 226-8880
WINSTON CRAIG CLARK M.D.
Neurological Surgery
704 S BROAD ST
THOMASVILLE, GA 31792
Thomas County (229) 584-5760
DR. GERALD N KADIS M.D.
Neurological Surgery
704 S BROAD ST
THOMASVILLE, GA 31792
Thomas County (229) 226-8880

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Griffin Baum's NPI number?

The NPI number for Griffin Baum is 1316236045. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 4, 2011.

Where is Griffin Baum located?

Griffin Baum practices at 704 S Broad St, Thomasville, GA 31792. The listed phone number is (229) 584-5760.

What is Griffin Baum's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Griffin Baum enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Griffin Baum is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Griffin Baum's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Griffin Baum reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Archbold Medical Group, Inc. (Thomasville, GA), Tallahassee Neurological Clinic (Tallahassee, FL), Trustees Of Columbia University In The City Of New York (Fort Lee, NJ) and North Shore - Lij Medical PC (New Hyde Park, NY). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Griffin Baum's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Griffin Baum accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 2 other insurers list Griffin Baum as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Griffin Baum affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Griffin Baum is affiliated with Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, Archbold Memorial and Archbold Grady.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Griffin Baum was last updated on April 21, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.