Theresa A B Lawrence-Ford, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Theresa A B Lawrence-Ford is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Lawrenceville, GA with over 48 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Theresa a B Lawrence-Ford, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 48+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Tufts University School of Medicine (class of 1978), she has been practicing for over 48 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 99.45/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 19% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 97% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5812dNPPES updated 2010-06-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
600 Professional Dr Suite 260, Lawrenceville, GA 30046-7651
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 97% of doctors in Georgia on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202399.45/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.9 pts)
Top 3% of MIPS-scored doctors in GeorgiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better10.48%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+5.4 pts)
10.48% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better80%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
216
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
449
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,938
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.78M
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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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 (-6%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.1k received from industry
139 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 Theresa a B Lawrence-Ford's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1978
Tufts University School of Medicine
48 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Tufts University School of Medicine (Class of 1978)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Theresa a B Lawrence-Ford
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Theresa a B Lawrence-Ford for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Lawrenceville 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 Theresa a B Lawrence-Ford
NPI records show Dr. Lawrence-Ford as active with telehealth listed in Lawrenceville, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (770) 822-1090.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Theresa a B Lawrence-Ford
Practice Location
600 Professional Dr Suite 260, Lawrenceville, GA 30046-7651
Mailing Address
600 Professional Dr Suite 260, Lawrenceville, GA 30046-7651
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