Jerry Ford, MD
NPI 1679578363 · Ophthalmology Physician · Tallahassee, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jerry Ford, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Tallahassee, FL (NPI 1679578363).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679578363
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME050710 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
1,636 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 430 | $126 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 376 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 225 | $131 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 149 | $40 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 134 | $528 |
| Closure of Tear Duct Opening Using Plug68761 | 74 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 613 | 340 |
| Latanoprost | 381 | 101 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 157 | 113 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 100 | 34 |
| Fluorometholone | 99 | 41 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 96 | 29 |
| Difluprednate | 81 | 51 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$313 across 14 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
- 2005-06-17
- Last updated
- 2022-05-31
- Certified
- 2022-05-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jerry Ford's NPI number?
- Jerry Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679578363, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jerry Ford's specialty?
- Jerry Ford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jerry Ford located?
- Jerry Ford's practice location on file with NPPES is 2020 Fleischmann Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308-4599.
- What is Jerry Ford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jerry Ford is (850) 878-6161.
- Does Jerry Ford accept Medicare?
- Jerry Ford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jerry Ford's NPI active?
- Yes — Jerry Ford's NPI (1679578363) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.