BRADLEY LANCE BUFKIN MD
NPI 1821072299
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Brandon, FL

Active since November 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
270 S MOON AVE, BRANDON, FL 33511(813) 571-9988(813) 571-9922 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 14, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Bradley Lance Bufkin Md NPPES

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

BRADLEY LANCE BUFKIN MD (NPI 1821072299) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Brandon, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME102775) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hca Florida Brandon Hospital, and is a graduate of Baylor College Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821072299
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameBRADLEY LANCE BUFKINCredential: MD
Location Address270 S MOON AVEBrandon, FL 33511-5711
Mailing Address6006 49th St N, Suite 310St Petersburg, FL 33709-2148 · (727) 527-9779 · Fax (727) 522-0415
Fax(813) 571-9922
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSBaylor College Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateNovember 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 14, 2022
NPI 1821072299 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License Licensed in FL · ME102775
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
270 S MOON AVE, Brandon, FL 33511

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid000429900FL

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Bradley Lance Bufkin Md 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 ID2264590983
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081024000535
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.

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.
33 services21 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
31 services31 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.
23 services23 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
20 services20 patients
Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518
A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.
16 services16 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.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Hca Florida Brandon Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Brandon, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100243
Location119 Oakfield DrBrandon, FL 33511 · Hillsborough County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hca Florida South Shore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Sun City Center, FL
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number100259
Location4016 Sun City Center BlvdSun City Center, FL 33573 · Hillsborough County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33511 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
$171.84 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $171.84
Typical copayment $42.96 (range $14.00 – $42.96)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$70.04 typical visit price
range $17.57 – $139.16
Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%54 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

Physician Assistant (Surgical)
270 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
270 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
270 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Physician Assistant
270 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
270 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Nurse Practitioner
270 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Nurse Practitioner
270 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
270 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511

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 Bradley Bufkin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bradley Bufkin is 1821072299. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 30, 2005.

Where is Bradley Bufkin located?

Bradley Bufkin practices at 270 S Moon Ave, Brandon, FL 33511. The listed phone number is (813) 571-9988.

What is Bradley Bufkin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Bradley Bufkin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bradley Bufkin 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.

What insurance does Bradley Bufkin accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter of Alabama, AvMed and Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL) and 4 other insurers list Bradley Bufkin 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 Bradley Bufkin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bradley Bufkin is affiliated with Hca Florida Brandon Hospital and Hca Florida South Shore Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bradley Bufkin was last updated on January 14, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.