Michael Ford, MD
NPI 1326020736 · Ophthalmology Physician · Tyler, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Ford, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Tyler, TX (NPI 1326020736).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326020736
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P7910 (TX)
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
20 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
563 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 96 | $84 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 81 | $119 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 78 | $140 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 54 | $40 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 50 | $501 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 35 | $38 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 117 | 42 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 111 | 86 |
| Ofloxacin | 102 | 83 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 48 | 17 |
| Timolol Maleate | 46 | 16 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 37 | 27 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 28 | — |
| Dorzolamide Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$186 across 13 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
- 2005-11-19
- Last updated
- 2019-03-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Ford's NPI number?
- Michael Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326020736, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Ford's specialty?
- Michael Ford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Ford located?
- Michael Ford's practice location on file with NPPES is 714 Turtle Creek Dr, Tyler, TX 75701.
- What is Michael Ford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Ford is (903) 630-5037.
- Does Michael Ford accept Medicare?
- Michael Ford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Ford's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Ford's NPI (1326020736) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-03-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.