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Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford, MD

Paducah, KY

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fleenor-Ford, Infectious Disease Specialist in Paducah, KY?

    Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Paducah, KY. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Fleenor-Ford graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed her residency at Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program. Dr. Fleenor-Ford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fleenor-Ford’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fleenor-Ford’s office at (270) 444-8183.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fleenor-Ford?

    Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist 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. Fleenor-Ford empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Paducah/KY community, Dr. Fleenor-Ford is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fleenor-Ford board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fleenor-Ford speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fleenor-Ford treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Fleenor-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. Fleenor-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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Mycobacterial Infection
    • Mycobacterial Infection
    • Pulmonary NTM Infection
    • Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection

    What procedures does Dr. Fleenor-Ford perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Fleenor-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. Fleenor-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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a PICC Line (Without Port)
    • Peripherally inserted central catheter placement
    • Arm central line

    CPT Codes:

    • 36569: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, without imaging guidance; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Fleenor-Ford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fleenor-Ford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 444-8183 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fleenor-Ford accept in Paducah, KY?

    Dr. Fleenor-Ford in Paducah, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fleenor-Ford's office located?

    Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford's Primary Practice

    1920 Broadway St

    Paducah, KY 42001

    (270) 444-8183

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

    Dr. Fleenor-Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740284348.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fleenor-Ford?

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

    What is Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford's specialty?

    Dr. Fleenor-Ford is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Paducah, KY.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Fleenor-Ford to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fleenor-Ford is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist 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 Anita Fleenor-Ford accepting new patients in Paducah, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fleenor-Ford's office at (270) 444-8183 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anita Fleenor-Ford?

    Please contact Dr. Fleenor-Ford's office at (270) 444-8183 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford have?

    Dr. Anita Fleenor-Ford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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