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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ford, Family Medicine Specialist in Athens, OH?
Dr. Melinda Ford, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Athens, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ford is fluent in English, 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 (740) 249-4122.
What languages does Dr. Ford speak?
Dr. Ford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ford treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
- Opioid Addiction in Recovery
- Past Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Which procedures does Dr. Ford perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melinda Ford may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (740) 249-4122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ford accept in Athens, OH?
Dr. Ford in Athens, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ford's office located?
Dr. Melinda Ford's Primary Practice
24 W Green Dr Ste 246
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 249-4122
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 1073508354.
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. Melinda Ford's specialty?
Dr. Ford is a Family Medicine Specialist near Athens, OH. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Ford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melinda Ford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ford is affiliated with OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital, Marietta Memorial Hospital, Wooster Community Hospital, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, Beebe Healthcare 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Melinda Ford accepting new patients in Athens, OH?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Ford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Ford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (740) 249-4122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Ford?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (740) 249-4122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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