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ANDREW HUNTER FORD MD
NPI 1164411963
Otolaryngology in Montgomery, AL

Active since October 14, 2005PECOS Enrolled
76.84/100
CMS Quality Rating
1111 OLIVE ST, MONTGOMERY, AL 36106(334) 834-7221(334) 241-9848 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 26, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 26, 2020, Oct 11, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Andrew Hunter Ford Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

ANDREW HUNTER FORD MD (NPI 1164411963) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Montgomery, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (MD.37387) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tennova Health Care-cleveland, and maintains a secondary practice location in Murfreesboro.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1164411963
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameANDREW HUNTER FORDCredential: MD
Location Address1111 OLIVE STMontgomery, AL 36106
Mailing Address1722 Pine St Ste 503Montgomery, AL 36106-1160 · (334) 293-8736 · Fax (334) 293-8738
Phone(334) 834-7221
Fax(334) 241-9848
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Diego School Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateOctober 14, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 26, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1164411963 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in AL · MD.37387✔ Licensed in TN · MD31430
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
1111 OLIVE ST, Montgomery, AL 36106
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11272 Garrison DrMurfreesboro, TN 37129-2570 · Phone (615) 893-4480 ext. 6430 · Fax (615) 895-0275

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Andrew Hunter Ford Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4981785540
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110105000435
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Andrew Ford reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Jackson Hospital & Clinic, Inc.
Same address
Otolaryngology
1111 OLIVE ST
Montgomery, AL 36106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Alabama enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Jackson Hospital And Clinic, Inc
  • 248 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1720599012 (334) 834-7221
Bradley Physician Services, LLC
210 mi
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine
2305 CHAMBLISS AVE NW
Cleveland, TN 37311
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 88 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1710727540 (423) 728-1650

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
211 services144 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
128 services128 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
104 services87 patients
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test 92557
A comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test assesses your ability to hear and understand spoken words. It includes hearing tests to check for issues with sound perception and speech tests to evaluate your word recognition. It's a crucial step in identifying any hearing or speech problems.
103 services97 patients
Test to assess middle ear function 92567
A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
98 services95 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
47 services47 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Tennova Health Care-Cleveland

Acute Care Hospitals · Cleveland, TN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number440185
Location2305 Chambliss Ave NWCleveland, TN 37311 · Bradley County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 36106 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

76.84/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality61.17
Promoting Interoperability94
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Acute Otitis Externa (AOE): Systemic Antimicrobial Therapy - Avoidance of Inappropriate Use
100%24 patients
Breast Cancer Screening
15%453 patients1/55-star benchmark: 93%
Cervical Cancer Screening
12%466 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
6%62 patients1/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
26%964 patients2/55-star benchmark: 88%
Controlling High Blood Pressure
55%360 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Diabetes: Eye Exam
8%117 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
50%117 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
98%2,461 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
96%192 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
4%769 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
25%1,725 patients2/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for Depression and Follow-Up Plan
5%1,666 patients1/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
24%1,528 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 49% · 1,331 patients
Patients screened: 54% · 1,331 patients
28%96 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
60%650 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Statin Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
80%325 patients4/55-star benchmark: 91%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 804 patients
Patients totalRate: 5% · 809 patients
5%809 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. BLAKE STEPHEN RAGGIO MD
Otolaryngology (Plastic Surgery within the Head & Neck)
1111 OLIVE ST
MONTGOMERY, AL 36106
Montgomery County (334) 834-7221
JACKSON HOSPITAL & CLINIC, INC.
Otolaryngology
1111 OLIVE ST
MONTGOMERY, AL 36106
Montgomery County (334) 834-7221
DR. PAMELA BEAMS DO
Otolaryngology
1111 OLIVE ST
MONTGOMERY, AL 36106
Montgomery County (334) 834-7221
DR. EZMINA KARA LALANI D.O.
Internal Medicine
1111 OLIVE ST
MONTGOMERY, AL 36106
Montgomery County (334) 293-8888

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Andrew Ford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrew Ford is 1164411963. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 14, 2005.

Where is Andrew Ford located?

Andrew Ford practices at 1111 Olive St, Montgomery, AL 36106. The listed phone number is (334) 834-7221.

What is Andrew Ford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Andrew Ford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Andrew Ford is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Andrew Ford's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Andrew Ford reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Jackson Hospital & Clinic, Inc. (Montgomery, AL) and Bradley Physician Services, LLC (Cleveland, TN). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Andrew Ford's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Andrew Ford accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee and 1 other insurer list Andrew Ford as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Andrew Ford affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Andrew Ford is affiliated with Tennova Health Care-Cleveland.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Andrew Ford was last updated on February 26, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.