Lucas First, M.D.
Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Lucas First is a Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist based in Schenectady, NY with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lucas First, M.D. practices as part of a group pain medicine physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist practice in Schenectady, NY. Trained at Drexel University College of Medicine (class of 2017), he has been practicing for over 9 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1270 Belmont Ave, Schenectady, NY 12308-2104
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
101
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
48
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
87
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$485 received from industry
8 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Lucas First's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2017
Drexel University College of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 30, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
9 years in practice
Established
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 2081P2900X
Education & Training
Drexel University College of Medicine (Class of 2017)
Mailing address
Po Box 14890, Albany, NY 12212-4890
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Lucas First
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lucas First for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Schenectady required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucas First
Dr. First is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Schenectady, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (518) 382-4560.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lucas First
Practice Location
1270 Belmont Ave, Schenectady, NY 12308-2104
Mailing Address
Po Box 14890, Albany, NY 12212-4890
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