KRISTY KESTER FORD MD
NPI 1316444243
Emergency Medicine in Winston Salem, NC

Active since April 08, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157(336) 716-5222 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Kristy Kester Ford Md NPPES

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

KRISTY KESTER FORD MD (NPI 1316444243) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Winston Salem, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (1316444243) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with North Carolina Baptist Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316444243
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameKRISTY KESTER FORDCredential: MD
Location AddressONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVDWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Mailing Address3506 Kittery CtWinston Salem, NC 27104-1314 · (432) 556-2622
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 8, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 2022
NPPES CertifiedJune 15, 2022
NPI 1316444243 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in NC · 1316444243
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, Winston Salem, NC 27157

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Kristy Dawn Kester

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Kristy Kester Ford Md 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 ID8729338132
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210616002725
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Emergency department visit for life threatening or functioning severity 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
97 services94 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of high severity 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
47 services46 patients
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.
36 services34 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
31 services31 patients
Emergency department visit for problem of moderate severity 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

North Carolina Baptist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winston-Salem, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340047
LocationMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157 · Forsyth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lexington Memorial Hospital Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Lexington, NC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number340096
Location250 Hospital Drive Po Box 1817Lexington, NC 27293 · Davidson County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27157 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157
Emergency Medicine
ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD
WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1316444243, enumerated as an "individual" on April 08, 2018.

The provider is located at ONE MEDICAL CENTER BLVD WINSTON SALEM, NC 27157 and the phone number is (336) 716-5222.

Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Kristy Ford is affiliated with: NORTH CAROLINA BAPTIST HOSPITAL and LEXINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC.