Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kenneth Ford, FNP
Nurse Practitioner · Hickory, NC
- NPI 1881890846
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
2850 Tate Blvd Se
Hickory, NC 286021450
(828) 326-7000
fax (828) 326-7021
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363L00000X — NUCC code
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881890846. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
65
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$746
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 33 | 29 | $10 | |
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 20 | 16 | $3 | |
87428 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza | 12 | 11 | $30 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Hickory Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 61. This provider delivers 1.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,147
Patients
560
Total drug cost
$17,186
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 111 | 54 | $1,718 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 107 | 57 | $1,061 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 104 | 51 | $949 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 102 | 46 | $1,046 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 89 | 44 | $1,640 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 87 | 45 | $2,898 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 83 | 34 | $1,163 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 77 | 33 | $379 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 73 | 35 | $716 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 70 | 31 | $698 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kenneth Ford's medical specialty?
Dr. Kenneth Ford practices Nurse Practitioner in Hickory, NC.
Where does Dr. Kenneth Ford practice?
Dr. Kenneth Ford practices at 2850 Tate Blvd Se, Hickory, NC 286021450. Office phone: 8283267000.
What is Dr. Kenneth Ford's NPI?
Dr. Kenneth Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881890846, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kenneth Ford accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Kenneth Ford does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Kenneth Ford commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hemoglobin a1c level (HCPCS 83036); Urinalysis, manual test (HCPCS 81002); Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza (HCPCS 87428). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.