Amy Lynn Ford

Physician Assistant

Amy Lynn Ford is a Physician Assistant based in Chapel Hill, NC with over 16 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(984) 974-3971Chapel Hill, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Amy Lynn Ford has practiced medical for 16+ years, working in group practice. A Duke University School of Medicine graduate since 2010, she brings 16+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 54% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
  • Uses generic medications more than 35% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 928 Physician Assistant providers in NCSee all Physician Assistant in Chapel Hill16+ years experienceNPI since 2010

Older · 1842dNPPES updated 2021-05-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

101 Manning Drive Cb #7160, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Fax: (984) 974-3448
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

0.58%

North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in North Carolina

0.58% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

85.5%

North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.7 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

59

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

232

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,894

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $204k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-1%)69%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-7%)63%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-2%)47%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
34%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%
Mood Disorders
29%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-10%)22%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2010

    Duke University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · May 7, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 16 years in practice

    Experienced

Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

Taxonomy: 363A00000X

Education & Training

Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 2010)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

101 Manning Dr # 7160, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-4220

Differs from practice location

Virtual Medical Care With Amy Lynn Ford

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Amy Lynn Ford for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Chapel Hill required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Amy Lynn Ford

NPI records show Dr. Ford as active with telehealth listed in Chapel Hill, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (984) 974-3971.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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