Joseph Bast, M.D.
NPI 1124287131 · Nephrology Physician · Omaha, NE
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Bast, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Omaha, NE (NPI 1124287131).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1124287131
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036.116846 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,009 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 377 | $85 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 358 | $15 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 303 | $268 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 251 | $9 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 220 | $72 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Torsemide | 269 | 68 |
| Furosemide | 126 | 34 |
| Potassium Chloride | 123 | 33 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 117 | 33 |
| Calcitriol | 102 | 26 |
| Carvedilol | 101 | 31 |
| Losartan Potassium | 70 | 22 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,086 across 44 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-04
- Last updated
- 2019-04-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Bast's NPI number?
- Joseph Bast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124287131, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Bast's specialty?
- Joseph Bast is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Bast located?
- Joseph Bast's practice location on file with NPPES is 1111 N 102nd Ct Ste 200, Omaha, NE 68114-2194.
- What is Joseph Bast's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Bast is (402) 502-2747.
- Does Joseph Bast accept Medicare?
- Joseph Bast is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Bast's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Bast's NPI (1124287131) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.