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DR. JAMES KENNETH FORD M.D.
NPI 1285665182
Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology in Paducah, KY

Active since July 06, 2006
95.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, SUITE 301, PADUCAH, KY 42003(270) 575-3113(270) 575-3135 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 4, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 4, 2020, Aug 18, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. James Kenneth Ford M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JAMES KENNETH FORD M.D. (NPI 1285665182) is an individual interventional cardiology provider in Paducah, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (27146) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285665182
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0011X
Provider Legal NameDR. JAMES KENNETH FORDCredential: M.D.
Location Address2601 KENTUCKY AVE, SUITE 301Paducah, KY 42003-3817
Mailing Address2605 Kentucky Ave, Suite 306Paducah, KY 42003-3800 · (270) 415-7653 · Fax (270) 575-8359
Phone(270) 575-3113
Fax(270) 575-3135
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 4, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 4, 2020
✔ NPI 1285665182 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Interventional CardiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0011X
License✔ Licensed in KY · 27146
Definition
An area of medicine within the subspecialty of cardiology, which uses specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques to evaluate blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and chambers of the heart and uses technical procedures and medications to treat abnormalities that impair the function of the cardiovascular system.
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, Paducah, KY 42003
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid64271463KY

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.Insurance ›

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
47 services39 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
31 services31 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
26 services26 patients

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.

95.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality89.59
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

BELINDA JENKINS
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, SUITE 301
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 759-4098
BAPTIST HEALTHCARE SYSTEM INC
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, MEDICAL PARK 1, SUITE 101
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 575-5870
DR. BRADLEY B MCELROY M.D.
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, SUITE 301
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 575-3113
ASHLEY C JENKS APRN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, SUITE 301
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 575-3113
WESTERN KENTUCKY HEART & CHEST SURGERY
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, STE 300
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 443-5564
DR. MARTIN RAINS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, SUITE 300
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 575-3113
DR. CARL M JOHNSON M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, STE 300
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 443-5564
WESTERN BAPTIST MEDICAL VENTURES INC
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
2601 KENTUCKY AVE, SUITE 103
PADUCAH, KY 42003
McCracken County (270) 443-4311

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 James Ford's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Ford is 1285665182. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2006.

Where is James Ford located?

James Ford practices at 2601 Kentucky Ave Suite 301, Paducah, KY 42003. The listed phone number is (270) 575-3113.

What is James Ford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, with taxonomy code 207RI0011X.

What insurance does James Ford accept?

Health plans from CareSource list James 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Ford was last updated on December 4, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.