2026 NPPES data Interventional Cardiology Physician NPI 1285665182 M.D.
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JAMES FORD, M.D.

Interventional Cardiology Physician in PADUCAH, Kentucky. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
2K
Medicare Part D claims · 304 beneficiaries · Interventional Cardiology Physician avg: 3K
Generic prescribing
74%
generic claims · 26% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
95.5077/100
▲ 12 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
Industry payments
$243.89
5 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
What the federal data reveals: JAMES FORD, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in PADUCAH, Kentucky with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 2K claims across 304 beneficiaries — 26% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 95.5077/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities . Industry payments of $243.89 across 5 transactions are disclosed under CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act).

What stands out: JAMES FORD, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 95.5077 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 1,832 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

JAMES FORD, M.D. practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

JAMES FORD, M.D. at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/06/2006

NPI 1285665182

Primary specialty

Interventional Cardiology Physician

Niche

3,382 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,832 39% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 2,984

MIPS final score

95.5077/100 12.407700000000006% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Kentucky

How Interventional Cardiology Physician compares to other specialties among Kentucky providers

Kentucky providers

Interventional Cardiology Physician share within Kentucky

1. Interventional Cardiology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Interventional Cardiology Physician share within Kentucky

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

JAMES FORD, M.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Interventional Cardiology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
95.5077/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Interventional Cardiology Physician) — 95.5077/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%95.5%
MIPS final score (Interventional Cardiology Physician) — 95.5077/100 vs national avg 83.1

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

JAMES FORD, M.D. is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider practicing in PADUCAH, Kentucky, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1285665182. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

JAMES FORD, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 2601 KENTUCKY AVE, PADUCAH, KY, 42003, with a listed phone of (270) 575-3113. NPI 1285665182 was issued on 07/06/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what FORD most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 1,832 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 304 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $441K in drug spend, split 26% brand-name and 74% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 95.5077/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 89.5953), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Interventional Cardiology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 3,382 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 2,984 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

2601 KENTUCKY AVE
PADUCAH, KY 42003

Provider Details

NPI 1285665182
Specialty Interventional Cardiology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/06/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

95.5077
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
89.5953
Quality
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Alternative Payment Model

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for JAMES FORD, M.D.. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$244

Largest payer

Abbott Laboratories

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

JAMES FORD, M.D. — brand share 26.0%
Specialty average (est.)

26% brand-name claims vs 74% generic, on 1,832 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

1,832
Total Claims
$441K
Total Drug Cost
304
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
3,961
Total Day Supply
117,623
Brand vs Generic
26% brand / 74% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$407K
Generic Drug Cost
$34K
Antibiotic Claims
12

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
76.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.52
Gender Split
39% female / 61% male
Age Distribution
<65: 14, 65-74: 108, 75-84: 115, 85+: 67

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Atorvastatin Calcium
183
Eliquis
Apixaban
157
Metoprolol Succinate
115
Prasugrel Hcl
109
Clopidogrel
Clopidogrel Bisulfate
91
Carvedilol
90
Rosuvastatin Calcium
82
Xarelto
Rivaroxaban
80
Furosemide
76
Repatha Sureclick
Evolocumab
76

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Interventional Cardiology Physician Overview

How JAMES FORD, M.D. fits within the Interventional Cardiology Physician landscape nationally.

3,382
Interventional Cardiology Physician Providers in US
53
States with Interventional Cardiology Physician
2,984
Avg Claims per Provider

JAMES FORD, M.D.'s 1,832 claims are below the specialty average of 2,984.

Nearby Interventional Cardiology Physician Providers in Kentucky

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Kentucky, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as FORD.

Compare Interventional Cardiology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JAMES FORD, M.D.'s specialty?
JAMES FORD, M.D. specializes in Interventional Cardiology Physician and practices in PADUCAH, Kentucky. Credentials: M.D..
How much does JAMES FORD, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JAMES FORD, M.D. wrote 1,832 Medicare Part D claims totaling $441K in drug costs for 304 beneficiaries.
What is JAMES FORD, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
JAMES FORD, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 95.5077/100 (Quality: 89.5953). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is JAMES FORD, M.D. located?
JAMES FORD, M.D. is located at 2601 KENTUCKY AVE, PADUCAH, KY, 42003. Phone: (270) 575-3113.
What is JAMES FORD, M.D.'s NPI number?
JAMES FORD, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285665182, issued on 07/06/2006.
Does JAMES FORD, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
JAMES FORD, M.D.'s prescribing is 26% brand-name and 74% generic drugs by claim count, with $407K in brand drug costs.
How many Interventional Cardiology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 3,382 Interventional Cardiology Physician providers across 53 states in the US. The average Interventional Cardiology Physician provider writes 2,984 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JAMES FORD, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JAMES FORD, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Atorvastatin Calcium, Eliquis, Metoprolol Succinate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JAMES FORD, M.D. accept Medicare?
JAMES FORD, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,832 Part D claims and 304 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JAMES FORD, M.D.'s credentials?
JAMES FORD, M.D.'s NPI is 1285665182 with credentials M.D.. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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