DR. GINA TERESE FORD O.D.
NPI 1447347919
Optometrist in Kalamazoo, MI

Active since October 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
501 N 9TH ST, KALAMAZOO, MI 49009(269) 544-2952 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 10, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Gina Terese Ford O.d. NPPES

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

DR. GINA TERESE FORD O.D. (NPI 1447347919) is an individual optometrist in Kalamazoo, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4901004126) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Ferris State College - College Of Optometry (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447347919
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GINA TERESE FORDCredential: O.D.
Location Address501 N 9TH STKalamazoo, MI 49009-6594
Mailing Address8361 Charlevoix StKalamazoo, MI 49009-3988 · (269) 569-0683
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSFerris State College - College Of OptometryGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateOctober 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 10, 2015
NPI 1447347919 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License Licensed in MI · 4901004126
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
501 N 9TH ST, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Other Identifiers 4

OtherFO1579300MI · Clarity Vision
Other90-0-C9-1227-0MI · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedOP17590MI
Other20782MI · Spectera

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

Dr. Gina Terese Ford O.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 ID2961301270
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040106000495
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

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 problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
35 services35 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 49009 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
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

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.

Pharmacist
501 N 9TH ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49009
Optometrist
501 N 9TH ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49009
Technician/Technologist (Optician)
501 N 9TH ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49009
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
501 N 9TH ST
KALAMAZOO, MI 49009

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 Gina Ford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gina Ford is 1447347919. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 6, 2006.

Where is Gina Ford located?

Gina Ford practices at 501 N 9th St, Kalamazoo, MI 49009. The listed phone number is (269) 544-2952.

What is Gina Ford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Gina Ford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gina 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.

What insurance does Gina Ford accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee and 2 other insurers list Gina 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 Gina Ford was last updated on September 10, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.