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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ford, Urologist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Joseph Ford, DO is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ford’s office at (559) 738-7525.
What languages does Dr. Ford speak?
Dr. Ford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Ford typically treat?
As an Urologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate
- Bladder retention
- Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- BPH
- Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
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:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Ford typically perform?
As an Urologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy
- Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
- Minimally Invasive Prostate Removal
- Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery
- Nerve-Sparing Prostatectomy
- TURP Procedure
- Prostate Resection Surgery
- Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55866: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, retropubic radical, including nerve sparing, includes robotic assistance, when performed
- 52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Also known as:
- Vasectomy
- Male Birth Control Surgery
- Male Sterilization Procedure
- Semen Analysis After Vasectomy
CPT Codes:
- 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Simple Prostatectomy (Robotic Assisted)
- Robotic Simple Prostatectomy
- Keyhole Prostate Removal
- Subtotal Prostatectomy Laparoscopic
CPT Codes:
- 55867: Laparoscopy, surgical prostatectomy, simple subtotal (including control of postoperative bleeding, vasectomy, meatotomy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy), includes robotic assistance, when performed
Also known as:
- Prostate Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Prostate
- Punch Biopsy of Prostate
- Prostate Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
- Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
- Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
- Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy
Does Dr. Ford accept my insurance?
Dr. Ford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 738-7525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ford accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Ford in Visalia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bay Care Health Network
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Central Health
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ford's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Ford affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ford has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Kaweah Health Medical Center,Visalia, CA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Kaweah Health Medical Center,Visalia, CA
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked Spine Surgery
Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno,Fresno, CARanked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno,Fresno, CA
Ranked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
Adventist Health Tulare,Tulare, CA
Adventist Health Tulare,Tulare, CA
Sierra View Medical Center,Porterville, CA
Sierra View Medical Center,Porterville, CA
What is Dr. Ford's NPI number?A 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 1912261405.
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. Joseph Ford's specialty?
Dr. Ford is an Urologist near Visalia, CA.
What does an Urologist do?
A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.
Is Dr. Joseph Ford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ford is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno 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 Dr. Joseph Ford accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Ford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Ford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (559) 738-7525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Ford?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (559) 738-7525 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Ford's office located?
Dr. Ford's offices are located in Visalia, CA and Hanford, CA.
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