Samuel Ford, MD
NPI 1316357940 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Charlotte, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Samuel Ford, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Charlotte, NC (NPI 1316357940).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316357940
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2020-00102 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
949 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 224 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 162 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 120 | $116 |
| X-Ray of Ankle, Minimum of 3 Views73610 | 114 | $34 |
| X-Ray of Foot, 2 Views73620 | 44 | $26 |
| Imaging Guidance for Procedure, 60 Minutes Or Less76000 | 36 | $14 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 61 | 26 |
| Celecoxib | 53 | 25 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 19 | 19 |
| Ibuprofen | 18 | 13 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 18 | 13 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 14 | — |
| Gabapentin | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$39,780 across 61 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-05-05
- Last updated
- 2020-08-10
- Certified
- 2020-08-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Samuel Ford's NPI number?
- Samuel Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316357940, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Samuel Ford's specialty?
- Samuel Ford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Samuel Ford located?
- Samuel Ford's practice location on file with NPPES is 2001 Vail Ave Ste 200, Charlotte, NC 28207-1219.
- What is Samuel Ford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Samuel Ford is (704) 323-3668.
- Does Samuel Ford accept Medicare?
- Samuel Ford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Samuel Ford's NPI active?
- Yes — Samuel Ford's NPI (1316357940) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.