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Dr. Ralph Ford, MD
Salem, MO
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ford, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Salem, MO?
Dr. Ralph Ford, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Salem, MO. Dr. Ford graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Ford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ford’s office at (573) 729-6626.
Where did Dr. Ford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ok Coll Of Med, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ford speak?
Dr. Ford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Ford typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Ford typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Ralph Ford may include:
Please contact Dr. Ford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ford accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
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 1194704080.
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. Ralph Ford's specialty?
Dr. Ford is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Salem, MO.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Ralph Ford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ralph Ford accepting new patients in Salem, MO?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Ford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Ford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (573) 729-6626 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Ford?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (573) 729-6626 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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