Baptist Health Florida
& Medicare Coverage
Baptist Health operates major hospital systems in both Northeast Florida (Jacksonville) and South Florida. Here's everything Medicare beneficiaries need to know about coverage, networks, and costs at Baptist Health facilities statewide.
About Baptist Health in Florida
Baptist Health is one of Florida's most recognized healthcare brands, operating two distinct not-for-profit health systems: Baptist Health Jacksonville (Northeast Florida) and Baptist Health South Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward, Monroe, and Palm Beach counties). While they share the Baptist Health name and mission-driven values, they operate independently with separate physician networks and insurance relationships.
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville — the flagship campus — is a 1,059-bed Level II Trauma Center that serves as the primary referral hospital for Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. The campus includes the Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, a collaboration with the world-renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, bringing nationally recognized cancer expertise to Jacksonville.
Baptist Health South Florida is one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in the Southeast, with hospitals and outpatient facilities throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, Monroe, and Palm Beach counties. The system includes Boca Raton Regional Hospital (acquired in 2020), which serves the large senior population in Palm Beach County.
Baptist Health Hospital Locations in Florida
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville
1059 bedsBaptist Medical Center Beaches
136 bedsBaptist Medical Center Nassau
100 bedsBaptist Medical Center Clay
144 bedsWolfson Children's Hospital
216 bedsBaptist MD Anderson Cancer Center
84 bedsBaptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital
400 bedsBaptist Health South Florida — Multiple Locations
3000 bedsMedicare Coverage at Baptist Health: What You Need to Know
Baptist Health Florida and Medicare: An Overview
Baptist Health is one of Florida's largest not-for-profit health systems, operating hospitals across Northeast Florida (Jacksonville area) and South Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and Monroe counties). Both regions operate under the Baptist Health brand but are distinct health systems. All Baptist Health hospitals accept Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage network participation varies by plan, region, and year.
Medicare Advantage Coverage at Baptist Health Jacksonville
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville and its affiliated campuses participate in most major Medicare Advantage networks in the Jacksonville area. Florida Blue, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and WellCare have historically included Baptist Health Jacksonville in their networks. However, network participation changes annually — always verify your specific plan includes your preferred Baptist Health campus before enrolling.
Medicare Advantage Coverage at Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health South Florida participates in many Medicare Advantage networks in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. Given the density of Medicare Advantage plans in South Florida (40+ plans in many ZIP codes), verifying Baptist Health network status is especially important. Some plans offer preferred vs. standard network tiers that affect your cost-sharing at Baptist Health facilities.
Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center and Medicare
The Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center in Jacksonville is a collaboration with MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston — one of the world's leading cancer institutions. For Medicare beneficiaries facing a cancer diagnosis, access to this facility can be critical. Original Medicare with a Medigap plan provides unrestricted access. Medicare Advantage coverage depends on your specific plan's network.
Medigap Plans at Baptist Health Florida
Because all Baptist Health hospitals accept Original Medicare, any Medigap plan gives you full access to Baptist Health's entire Florida network — with no prior authorization, no referrals, and no network restrictions. Plan G is the most popular choice: after the Part B deductible ($257 in 2026), you pay nothing for Medicare-covered services at any Baptist Health facility.
Baptist Health's Integrated Care Network
Baptist Health operates an extensive network of physician offices, urgent care centers, imaging centers, and outpatient facilities in addition to its hospitals. Medicare Advantage plans that include Baptist Health hospitals may or may not include all affiliated outpatient facilities — verify each location separately. With Original Medicare and Medigap, all Medicare-accepting Baptist Health facilities are covered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Baptist Health accept Medicare?
Yes — all Baptist Health hospitals in Florida accept Original Medicare (Parts A and B). Most major Medicare Advantage plans also include Baptist Health in their networks, though coverage varies by plan and region.
Which Medicare Advantage plans cover Baptist Health in Jacksonville?
Florida Blue, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and WellCare have historically included Baptist Health Jacksonville in their networks. Coverage changes annually — call William Gray at (386) 871-3858 to verify current network status for your specific plan.
Is Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center covered by Medicare?
Yes — Baptist MD Anderson accepts Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage coverage depends on your specific plan's network. If cancer care at Baptist MD Anderson is important to you, verify network status before enrolling or choose a Medigap plan for unrestricted access.
Does Baptist Health South Florida accept Medicare Advantage?
Most major Medicare Advantage plans in South Florida include Baptist Health South Florida in their networks. Given the large number of plans available in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties, it's important to verify your specific plan includes your preferred Baptist Health campus.
Can I use a Medigap plan at Baptist Health?
Yes. Medigap plans work at any provider that accepts Original Medicare — including all Baptist Health hospitals and affiliated facilities in Florida. There are no network restrictions with Medigap.
What is the difference between Baptist Health Jacksonville and Baptist Health South Florida?
Baptist Health Jacksonville (Northeast Florida) and Baptist Health South Florida are distinct health systems that share the Baptist Health name. They operate independently with separate physician networks, insurance contracts, and Medicare Advantage plan relationships. If you're moving between regions, verify your coverage separately for each system.
Important: We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY: 1-877-486-2048) to get information on all of your options.
Hospital network participation in Medicare Advantage plans changes annually. The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee of coverage. Always verify your specific plan's network with the insurance carrier before enrolling. William Gray is an independent licensed insurance agent (FL License #W690237) and is not affiliated with, employed by, or endorsed by any hospital or health system referenced on this page. Medicare has neither reviewed nor endorsed this information.
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