Stephen Ford, MD
NPI 1649739715 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Ford, MD is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1649739715).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649739715
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 342055 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure33% of score
7 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness33% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint20% of score
1 documented practice location
- Open Payments transparency13% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 42 | 14 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 28 | — |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 27 | 11 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 24 | — |
| Dulaglutidebrand: Trulicity | 20 | — |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 20 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$280 across 6 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
- 2019-03-18
- Last updated
- 2024-08-14
- Certified
- 2024-08-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Ford's NPI number?
- Stephen Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649739715, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Ford's specialty?
- Stephen Ford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Ford located?
- Stephen Ford's practice location on file with NPPES is 1542 Tulane Ave # T4m2, New Orleans, LA 70112-2865.
- What is Stephen Ford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Ford is (504) 568-5600.
- Does Stephen Ford accept Medicare?
- Stephen Ford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Ford's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Ford's NPI (1649739715) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.