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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ford, Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ryan Ford, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ford’s office at (404) 712-7731.
Is Dr. Ford board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Ryan Ford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ford typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ford typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Ford accept my insurance?
Dr. Ford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 712-7731 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ford accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ford in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ford's office located?
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 1235166612.
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. Ryan Ford's specialty?
Dr. Ford is a Gastroenterologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Ryan Ford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ford is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Piedmont Athens Regional, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Mountainside 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 Ryan Ford accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ryan Ford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ryan Ford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (404) 712-7731 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ryan Ford?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (404) 712-7731 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ryan Ford have?
Dr. Ryan Ford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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