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Dr. Carissa Ford, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ford, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Carissa Ford, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ford’s office at (210) 358-2078.

    What languages does Dr. Ford speak?

    Dr. Ford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ford treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ford diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ford. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ford perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carissa Ford may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ford's office.

    Does Dr. Ford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-2078 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ford accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Ford in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CalOptima

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ford's office located?

    Dr. Carissa Ford's Primary Practice

    4502 Medical Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 358-2078

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    Dr. Carissa Ford's Practice 2

    500 W Medical Center Blvd

    Webster, TX 77598

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    Dr. Carissa Ford's Practice 3

    11750 Bird Rd

    Miami, FL 33175

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    What is Dr. Ford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336768290.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ford?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ford

    What is Dr. Carissa Ford's specialty?

    Dr. Ford is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Ford to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carissa Ford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ford is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, University Hospital-San Antonio, Woman's Hospital of Texas, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Carissa Ford accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Carissa Ford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carissa Ford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (210) 358-2078 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carissa Ford?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (210) 358-2078 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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