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Dr. Brian Ford, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ford, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Brian Ford, MD is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ford is fluent in English and Gujarati, 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 (215) 946-3655.

    What languages does Dr. Ford speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    What conditions does Dr. Ford treat?

    As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, 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:

    • Impacted Teeth
    • Problems with Tooth Eruption
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Stuck teeth', 'Unerupted teeth', 'Teeth that won't come in
    • Delayed tooth eruption
    • Impacted teeth
    • Teeth not coming in

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K011: Impacted teeth
    • K006: Disturbances in tooth eruption

    Also known as:

    • Jaw Cyst
    • Inflamed Jaw
    • Other Jaw Disorder
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Cyst in Jaw Bone
    • Odontogenic Cyst
    • Jaw Lesion
    • Jaw Inflammation
    • Jaw Bone Infection
    • Jaw Swelling
    • Jaw Bone Disease
    • Unspecified Jaw Condition
    • Jaw Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2740: Unspecified cyst of jaw
    • M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
    • M278: Other specified diseases of jaws

    Also known as:

    • Mouth Sores or Lesions
    • Mouth Infection
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Abscess
    • Cellulitis
    • Oral Lesions
    • Mouth Ulcers
    • Oral Mucosa Issues
    • Oral Abscess
    • Mouth Cellulitis
    • Dental Abscess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K1370: Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa
    • K122: Cellulitis and abscess of mouth

    Also known as:

    • Benign Jaw Bone Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Bone Disease
    • Non-cancerous jaw growth
    • Benign mandible neoplasm
    • Jaw lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D165: Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bone

    Also known as:

    • Jaw Bone Loss (after tooth loss)
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Alveolar ridge atrophy
    • Bone resorption in jaw
    • Shrinking jaw bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0820: Unspecified atrophy of edentulous alveolar ridge

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Underdeveloped Upper Jaw
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Small upper jaw
    • Maxillary undergrowth
    • Maxillary hypoplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2602: Maxillary hypoplasia

    Also known as:

    • Osteonecrosis
    • Avascular Necrosis
    • Aseptic Necrosis
    • Bone Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M87180: Osteonecrosis due to drugs, jaw

    Also known as:

    • Jaw Pain
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Temporomandibular Joint Pain
    • TMJ Pain
    • Jaw Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6884: Jaw pain

    Also known as:

    • Bad Bite
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Misaligned bite
    • Bite problems
    • Dental malocclusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M264: Malocclusion, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Head Lump or Swelling
    • Head Mass
    • Bump on Head
    • Head Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

    What procedures does Dr. Ford perform?

    As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Ford performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Jaw Bone Removal
    • Mandible Bone Excision
    • Jaw Osteomyelitis Surgery
    • Bone Abscess Removal (Jaw)

    CPT Codes:

    • 21025: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); mandible

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Ford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 946-3655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ford accept in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ford's office located?

    Dr. Brian Ford's Primary Practice

    3400 Spruce St Fl 5 Bldg Oral

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 946-3655

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    Dr. Brian Ford's Practice 2

    3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 4

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 662-3580

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    Dr. Brian Ford's Practice 3

    3737 Market St Fl 10

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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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 1578799862.

    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. Brian Ford's specialty?

    Dr. Ford is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery. Contact Dr. Ford to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ford is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Shore Medical Center, Riddle Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia 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 Brian Ford accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Brian Ford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (215) 946-3655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Ford?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (215) 946-3655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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