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Dr. Brian Ford, MD

Lake Charles, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ford, Dermatologist in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Brian Ford, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Ford graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Dermatology; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. 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 (337) 433-7272.

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

    • Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Dermatology; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Ford board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Ford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    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 Dermatologist, 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:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Damage
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation skin effects
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L579: Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Mole
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Does Dr. Ford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 433-7272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ford accept in Lake Charles, LA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fox-Everett

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ford's office located?

    Dr. Brian Ford's Primary Practice

    2000 Tybee Ln

    Lake Charles, LA 70605

    (337) 433-7272

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    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 1326027053.

    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. Brian Ford's specialty?

    Dr. Ford is a Dermatologist near Lake Charles, LA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Ford to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ford is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial 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

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    Is Brian Ford accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Brian Ford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (337) 433-7272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Ford?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (337) 433-7272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Ford have?

    Dr. Brian Ford is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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