Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lynn Baru, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1972529055
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1998 Hendersonville RD, Suite 31
Asheville, NC 288032349
(828) 684-9588
fax (828) 684-9626 - Mailing address
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12 Pine Tree Cir
Asheville, NC 288042309
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 13, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RE0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2016-02150
- Medicaid
- IL #036115875
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972529055. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
35
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$3,263
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 35 | 16 | $93 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Asheville Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician, average services per provider: 309. This provider delivers 0.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
327
Patients
27
Total drug cost
$196,277
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozempic (Semaglutide) | Brand | 94 | 16 | $91,982 |
| Jardiance (Empagliflozin) | Brand | 51 | 11 | $31,387 |
| Synthroid (Levothyroxine Sodium) | Brand | 40 | 0 | $1,696 |
| Novolog Flexpen (Insulin Aspart) | Brand | 37 | 0 | $39,225 |
| Lantus Solostar (Insulin Glargine,Hum.Rec.Anlog) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $18,686 |
| Levemir Flexpen (Insulin Detemir) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $13,111 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 14 | 0 | $18 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 14 | 0 | $50 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 14 | 0 | $52 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 13 | 0 | $71 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lynn Baru's medical specialty?
Dr. Lynn Baru practices Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. Lynn Baru practice?
Dr. Lynn Baru practices at 1998 Hendersonville RD, Asheville, NC 288032349. Office phone: 8286849588.
What is Dr. Lynn Baru's NPI?
Dr. Lynn Baru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972529055, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lynn Baru accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lynn Baru accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lynn Baru commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.