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Dr. Judith Ford, MD

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ford, Internist in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Judith Ford, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. She is board certified. Dr. Ford graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ford is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (725) 269-3368.

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

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Med Center

    • Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct | University of Connecticut School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ford board certified as an Internist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Ford speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ford typically treat?

    As an Internist, 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ford typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Judith 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?

    Dr. Ford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (725) 269-3368 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ford accept in Nashville, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Arizona

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ford's office located?

    Dr. Judith Ford's Primary Practice

    102 Woodmont Blvd Ste 600

    Nashville, TN 37205

    (725) 269-3368

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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 1164495206.

    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. Judith Ford's specialty?

    Dr. Ford is a Internist near Nashville, TN.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ford is affiliated with Uab 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Judith Ford accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Judith Ford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (725) 269-3368 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Judith Ford?

    Please contact Dr. Ford's office at (725) 269-3368 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Judith Ford have?

    Dr. Judith Ford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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