Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ralph Baucum, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Shreveport, LA
- NPI 1295735793
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 71.0 / 100 · 2023
- 38 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1453 E Bert Koun Loop, Ste 112
Shreveport, LA 711056800
(318) 222-3695
fax (318) 424-0717 - Mailing address
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Po Box 51008
Shreveport, LA 711351008
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 30, 2017
- Year of graduation
- 1988 — 38 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #019833
- Medicaid
- LA #1996076
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1295735793. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,844
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$362,529
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 1,129 | 696 | $13 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 822 | 523 | $119 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 486 | 399 | $85 | |
93297 |
Evaluation of implantable heart and blood vessel monitoring system, remote up to 30 days | 356 | 40 | $25 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 313 | 295 | $172 | |
93294 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days | 271 | 88 | $28 | |
93015 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision and review by physician | 255 | 254 | $59 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 160 | 157 | $65 | |
93295 |
Evaluation of single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days | 144 | 44 | $35 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 122 | 77 | $76 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Shreveport Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 183. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,080
Transactions
57
Manufacturers
13
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 8 | $342.31 | |
| Zoll Services LLC (A/K/A Zoll LifeCor Corp) | 28 | $315.58 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 4 | $94.69 | |
| Abiomed | 3 | $75.80 | |
| Kestra Medical Technology Services, INC. | 2 | $43.39 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 2 | $42.05 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 2 | $39.14 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 2 | $32.56 | |
| Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC | 2 | $30.00 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $19.13 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $15.59 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $15.28 | |
| Novo Nordisk INC | 1 | $14.43 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,063
Patients
612
Total drug cost
$581,463
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 189 | 57 | $2,639 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 187 | 56 | $3,626 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 181 | 41 | $167,095 |
| Entresto (Sacubitril/Valsartan) | Brand | 175 | 43 | $234,499 |
| Isosorbide Mononitrate ER (Isosorbide Mononitrate) | Brand | 165 | 50 | $3,093 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 158 | 53 | $2,197 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 140 | 41 | $1,480 |
| Atenolol | Generic | 138 | 47 | $1,231 |
| Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) | Brand | 138 | 32 | $151,312 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | Generic | 129 | 39 | $3,004 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ralph Baucum's medical specialty?
Dr. Ralph Baucum practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Shreveport, LA.
Where does Dr. Ralph Baucum practice?
Dr. Ralph Baucum practices at 1453 E Bert Koun Loop, Shreveport, LA 711056800. Office phone: 3182223695.
What is Dr. Ralph Baucum's NPI?
Dr. Ralph Baucum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295735793, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ralph Baucum accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ralph Baucum accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ralph Baucum commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report (HCPCS 93000); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.