DR. WILLIAM TERRILL FORD MD
NPI 1437680469
Internal Medicine in Columbus, MS

Q: What is William Ford's NPI number?

The NPI number for William Ford is 1437680469. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 22, 2017.

Q: What is William Ford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for William Ford was last updated on July 23, 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.

Active since March 22, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

76.51/100

CMS Quality Rating

2520 5TH ST N, COLUMBUS, MS 39705(662) 244-2042(662) 244-2041 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 23, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 23, 2020, Jul 10, 2018, Mar 22, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. William Terrill Ford Md NPPES

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

DR. WILLIAM TERRILL FORD MD (NPI 1437680469) is an individual internal medicine provider in Columbus, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (27927) and active in the NPI registry since March 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Bmh-golden Triangle, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437680469

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. WILLIAM TERRILL FORDCredential: MD

Location Address2520 5TH ST NColumbus, MS 39705-2008

Mailing Address965 Ridge Lake Blvd Ste 103Memphis, TN 38120-9446 · Fax (901) 227-8591

Phone(662) 244-2042

Fax(662) 244-2041

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateMarch 22, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 23, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 23, 2020

✔ NPI 1437680469 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in MS · 27927

Definition

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.

2520 5TH ST N, Columbus, MS 39705

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.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

Dr. William Terrill 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 ID1254681646

PECOS Enrollment IDI20200806000027

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 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

542 services265 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

313 services298 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

162 services157 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.

35 services33 patients

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.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Bmh-Golden Triangle

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbus, MS

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number250100

Location2520 5th Street NColumbus, MS 39705 · Lowndes County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39705 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

$120.41 typical visit price

range $51.65 – $159.18

Typical copayment $30.10 (range $12.91 – $39.79)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$92.20 typical visit price

range $16.15 – $129.61

Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)

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.

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.

76.51/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

70.53

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

66.19

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

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

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

3 suppliers21 claims21 services$64.21 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

3 suppliers24 claims24 services$21.34 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

3 suppliers35 claims35 services$772.11 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers20 claims20 services$8.58 avg. paid by Medicare

Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers20 claims20 services$53.44 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

3 suppliers24 claims24 services$115.59 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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

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