Ryan Ford, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Ryan Ford is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Scottdale, GA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 24 years in internal medicine, Ryan Ford, M.D. is a long-established gastroenterologist in Scottdale. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 2002 and has 24+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.26/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Georgia, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202392.26/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.39%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Georgia1.39% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
184
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
243
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,018
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $667k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.2k received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Ryan Ford's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.47 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Emory University School of Medicine
24 years in practice
Experienced
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Ryan Ford
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ryan Ford for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Scottdale 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 Ryan Ford
NPI records show Dr. Ford as active with telehealth listed in Scottdale, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (404) 583-8021.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ryan Ford
Practice Location
3331 Lantern View Ln, Scottdale, GA 30079-6807
Mailing Address
3331 Lantern View Ln, Scottdale, GA 30079-6807
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