James E Ford, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
James E Ford is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Barnwell, SC with over 57 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across SC can see James E Ford, MD in person in Barnwell or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine (class of 1969), he has been practicing for over 57 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have schizophrenia, hypertension, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5736dNPPES updated 2010-09-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
916 Reynolds Rd, Barnwell, SC 29812-6358
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.8%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
45
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
64
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,036
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $235k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South 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.
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 Schizophrenia, Hypertension, and Mood Disorders.
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$208 received from industry
10 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to James E Ford's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1969
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
57 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine (Class of 1969)
Mailing address
1135 Gregg Hwy, Aiken, SC 29801-6341
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With James E Ford
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James E Ford for follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Barnwell 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 James E Ford
NPI records show Dr. Ford as active with telehealth listed in Barnwell, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (803) 259-7170.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James E Ford
Practice Location
916 Reynolds Rd, Barnwell, SC 29812-6358
Mailing Address
1135 Gregg Hwy, Aiken, SC 29801-6341
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