30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ford, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. David Ford, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Ford completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Emergency Medicine; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Ford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ford’s office at (803) 434-1663.
Where did Dr. Ford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Emergency Medicine; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Is Dr. Ford board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Ford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ford typically treat?
As an Emergency 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ford typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Ford may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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?
Dr. Ford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-1663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ford accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Ford in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ford's office located?
Ste 350 Dept Of Emergency Medicine
5 Richland Medical Park Dr
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 434-1663
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 1528039385.
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. David Ford's specialty?
Dr. Ford is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. David Ford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ford is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Ford accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. David Ford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Ford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (803) 434-1663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Ford?
Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (803) 434-1663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Ford have?
Dr. David Ford is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Ford
Ste 350 Dept Of Emergency Medicine
5 Richland Medical Park Dr
Columbia, SC 29203