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Dr. Paul Ford, MD

Dr. Paul Ford, MD

Stanford, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ford, Internist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Paul Ford, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Ford graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ford’s office at (650) 498-9000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ford?

    Dr. Paul Ford, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ford empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stanford/CA community, Dr. Ford is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Ford go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Stanford University Ca

    • Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    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 Dr. Ford treat?

    As a Internist, 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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:

    • Other Lifestyle-Related Health Problems
    • Unhealthy lifestyle issues
    • Behavioral health concerns
    • Wellness challenges

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7289: Other problems related to lifestyle

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Ford perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paul 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 (650) 498-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ford accept in Stanford, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Advantage

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ford's office located?

    Dr. Paul Ford's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 498-9000

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    Dr. Paul Ford's Practice 2

    900 Blake Wilbur Dr Ste W-2080

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    Dr. Paul Ford's Practice 3

    211 Quarry Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    The clinical value of serum ferritin tests in endurance athletes

    CLINICAL JOURL OF SPORT MEDICINE, 1997

    Lightweight, mobile e-mail for intra-clinic communication

    JOURL OF THE AMERICAN MEDICAL INFORMATICS ASSOCIATION, 1997

    A SURVEY OF PATIENT ACCESS TO ELECTRONIC MAIL - ATTITUDES, BARRIERS, AND OPPORTUNITIES

    Fridsma, D. B., Ford, P., Altman, R., 1994

    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 1144368333.

    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. Paul Ford's specialty?

    Dr. Ford is a Internist near Stanford, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Ford to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ford is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Paul Ford accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Ford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (650) 498-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Ford?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (650) 498-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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