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Dr. Richard Allen Baum, MD

Dr. Richard Allen Baum, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. Richard Allen Baum, MD is a cardiologist in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Baum has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with Methodist Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 79 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (79 reviews)

Locations

Methodist Cardiology Clinic of San Antonio - Medical Drive - Suite 120

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Methodist Cardiology Clinic of San Antonio - Menger Spgs Dr

Methodist Cardiology Clinic of San Antonio - Menger Spgs Dr134 Menger Spgs Ste 1370 Boerne, TX 78006
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:30pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:30pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:30pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Baum is affiliated with Methodist Hospital San Antonio, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Baum is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Baum specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Baum's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Baum

4.9

79 ratings, 65 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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D.O.C. – Feb 20, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nancy Gaertner – Jul 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 26, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Thomas (Tom) Carpenter – Jul 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jordan – Jul 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 30, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alan Rovello – Jun 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 26, 2020
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What could be improved
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Carolyn Bourdeau – Jun 18, 2020
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What could be improved
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Jun 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 07, 2020
Dr. Baum's Reply –
Thank you for your feedback!
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Elouise Barajas – Jun 02, 2020
Dr. Baum's Reply –
We appreciate the kind words. Thank you!
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Malcolm Holzmann – May 31, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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J. L. Johnson – May 20, 2020
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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PGM – May 01, 2020
We truly appreciate the feedback! Thank you for...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 20, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sandra C Elder – Feb 20, 2020
Thank you so much for the kind (and funny)...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Hershel Perkins in Leakey, TX – Feb 17, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

An ounce of Prevention goes a long way in cardiology care. We provide up to date quality care in a relational manor, not losing sight of the big picture.

biography

Cardiologist R. Allen Baum, MD, FACC is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and is a member of the American College of Cardiologists and Texas Medical Association. Dr. Baum joined Cardiology Clinic of San Antonio in 1997 and has played a...read more
  • Cardiology

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  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Baum is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Methodist Hospital

      7700 Floyd Curl Dr
      San Antonio, TX 78229
      Recipient of 57
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

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