Quick answers
- Does Lucas J. Bader accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Lucas J. Bader accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Lucas J. Bader see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 41 Original Medicare patients and 66 services for Lucas J. Bader. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Lucas J. Bader's NPI number?
- 1518168806. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Lucas J. Bader, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 41 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 66 |
| Different services or procedures | 25 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 78 |
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure75%
- High cholesterol73%
- Arthritis68%
- Anxiety54%
- Depression51%
- Chronic kidney disease39%
Hospitals where Lucas J. Bader works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Lucas J. Bader at these hospitals (updated October 2, 2026). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians. Star rating and emergency services: Hospital General Information (CMS), data updated October 26, 2026.
- Holmes Regional Medical CenterMelbourne, FL · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 4 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 100019
- Jackson Health SystemMiami, FL · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 1 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 100022
- Palm Bay HospitalPalm Bay, FL · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 3 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 100316
- St Lukes Magic Valley Medical CenterTwin Falls, ID · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 4 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 130002
- Viera HospitalMelbourne, FL · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 5 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 100315
Practice locations
Addresses where Lucas J. Bader is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026). The first 5 of 8; the Medicare profile lists all.
- 12550 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 405North Miami, FL 33181 (786) 539‑2421
- 1350 Hickory StMelbourne, FL 32901 (321) 434‑7000
- 1425 Malabar Rd NEPalm Bay, FL 32907 (321) 434‑8121
- 225 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116 (408) 259‑5000
- 6555 Coyle Ave, Suite 220Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 241‑9677
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Lucas J. Bader as a member of these groups (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Health First Medical Group, LLC711 clinicians in the group
- Acute Care Surgery Medical Group Inc204 clinicians in the group
- Health First Physician Specialties Inc59 clinicians in the group
- Hsa Florida Physician Group Inc15 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgeryprimary
Other orthopedic surgeons in North Miami
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in North Miami, FL — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Health First Medical Group, LLC
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 2004 (22 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1518168806 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Hospital General Information — CMS, data updated October 26, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians