Michael R Ford, M.D.

Family Medicine

Michael R Ford is a Family Medicine specialist based in Little Rock, AR with over 44 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(501) 552-8150Little Rock, AR
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 44 years in family medicine, Michael R Ford, M.D. is a long-established family medicine physician in Little Rock. Trained at University of Arkansas College of Medicine (class of 1982), he has been practicing for over 44 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in Arkansas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 206 Family Medicine providers in ARSee all Family Medicine in Little Rock44+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3876dNPPES updated 2015-10-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arkansas State Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

16221 Saint Vincent Way, Little Rock, AR 72223-9072

Fax: (501) 552-8199
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
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-20%)50%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-9%)40%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)28%

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

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — 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 · 1982

    University of Arkansas College of Medicine

  2. 44 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Taxonomy: 207Q00000X

Education & Training

University of Arkansas College of Medicine (Class of 1982)

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Michael R Ford

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Michael R Ford for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Little Rock required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Michael R Ford

NPI records show Dr. Ford as active with telehealth listed in Little Rock, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (501) 552-8150.

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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