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MOLLY FORD M.D.
NPI 1316148893
Colon & Rectal Surgery in Nashville, TN

Active since May 30, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.12/100
CMS Quality Rating
1161 21ST AVE S, ROOM D5248 MCN, NASHVILLE, TN 37232(615) 343-4612(615) 343-4615 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 25, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 19, 2020, Aug 2, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Molly Ford M.d. NPPES

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

MOLLY FORD M.D. (NPI 1316148893) is an individual colon & rectal surgery provider in Nashville, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (50253) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a graduate of Oregon Health Sciences University School Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316148893
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208C00000X
Provider Legal NameMOLLY FORDCredential: M.D.
Location Address1161 21ST AVE S, ROOM D5248 MCNNashville, TN 37232-0011
Mailing Address3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200Nashville, TN 37215-2691 · (615) 936-2000
Phone(615) 343-4612
Fax(615) 343-4615
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOregon Health Sciences University School Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateMay 30, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 25, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 25, 2022
✔ NPI 1316148893 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyColon & Rectal SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208C00000X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 50253
Definition
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License MD50253 (TN)
1161 21ST AVE S, Nashville, TN 37232
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Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Molly Ford M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1850525494
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131014001487
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Molly Ford reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center
0.2 mi
Internal Medicine
1301 22ND AVE S
Nashville, TN 37232
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Tennessee enrollment
  • 4,711 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1104202761 (615) 936-2000

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 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.

Diagnostic exam of anus using an endoscope 46600
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible instrument called an endoscope to examine the anal area. It helps detect any abnormal conditions or issues. It's a safe, routine exam performed by a healthcare professional.
21 services20 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.
21 services21 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.
19 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number440039
Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 37232 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
$81.53 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.01 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

97.12/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality85.64
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Ostomy skin barrier, solid 4 x 4 or equivalent, extended wear, without built-in convexity, each A4385
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
6 suppliers19 claims440 services$4.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), extended wear, without built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4409
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
4 suppliers21 claims420 services$5.72 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy pouch, drainable; for use on barrier with non-locking flange, with filter (2 piece system), each A4425
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
3 suppliers17 claims460 services$3.47 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

HOLLY VICTORIA CANNON FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 936-0060
DR. EVAN ZEHR MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-6943
DR. MEREDITH ANTONETTE MONSOUR MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-6638
DR. PRIYA CORYN VERBIK MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 343-4882
DAVID M ARONOFF MD
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
1161 21ST AVE S, A-2200 MEDICAL CENTER NORTH
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-8972
DR. CARI L MOTUZAS M.D.
Radiology (Neuroradiology)
1161 21ST AVE S, CCC-1121 MED CTR N, DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 322-3780
JENNIFER LYNN REEVES AG-ACNP
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurocritical Care)
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 343-4665
HEBAH AL KHATEEB MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1161 21ST AVE S
NASHVILLE, TN 37232
Davidson County (615) 343-4882

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 Molly Ford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Molly Ford is 1316148893. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2007.

Where is Molly Ford located?

Molly Ford practices at 1161 21st Ave S Room D5248 Mcn, Nashville, TN 37232. The listed phone number is (615) 343-4612.

What is Molly Ford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Colon & Rectal Surgery with taxonomy code 208C00000X.

Is Molly Ford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Molly Ford is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organization bills Medicare for Molly Ford's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Molly Ford reassigns Medicare benefits to Vanderbilt University Medical Center (Nashville, TN). The 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 Molly Ford's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Molly Ford accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 3 other insurers list Molly 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 Molly Ford affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Molly Ford is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Molly Ford was last updated on March 25, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.