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Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD

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Specializes in: Cytopathology

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), liver disease

759 Chestnut Street
Springfield, MA 01199

(413) 794-4550

Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD is a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA specializing in cytopathology. Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD is affiliated with Baystate Health, Baystate Pathology and BAYSTATE MEDICAL PRACTICES INC.

Office Locations

759 Chestnut Street
Springfield, MA 01199

(413) 794-4550

(413) 794-3195

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Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

immunohistochemistry test

lab tests

second opinions

slide consultation

In 2023, Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD had a list price for immunohistochemistry (IHC) test, lab tests, second opinions, and slide consultation that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

cytology

liquid-based cytology

non-gynecologic cytology

non-gynecologic liquid-based cytology

In 2012, Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD had a list price for cytology, liquid-based cytology (ThinPrep), non-gynecologic cytology, and non-gynecologic liquid-based cytology that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2012 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	37
cytology	341
lab tests	577

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2013 were lab tests, cytology and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

cytology	326
lab tests	471
second opinions	14

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	500
Female	456

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	754
Black	60
Hispanic	126
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	390
From 75 to 84	230
85 and over	88
Less than 65	248

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2013

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	35
Dementia	9
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2014 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	26
cytology	278
lab tests	327
second opinions	20

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	491
Female	498

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	812
Black	55
Hispanic	98
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	376
From 75 to 84	270
85 and over	92
Less than 65	251

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2014

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2015 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	25
cytology	145
lab tests	288
second opinions	19

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1080
Female	1156

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1782
Black	130
Hispanic	264
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	874
From 75 to 84	544
85 and over	214
Less than 65	604

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2015

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	33
Dementia	10
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2016 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	23
cytology	157
lab tests	316
second opinions	17

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	528
Female	673

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	959
Black	62
Hispanic	149
Asian	11
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	485
From 75 to 84	278
85 and over	91
Less than 65	347

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2016

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	31
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	32
Dementia	10
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2017 were cytology, lab tests, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	16
cytology	193
lab tests	170
second opinions	11

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	392
Female	480

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	696
Black	53
Hispanic	100
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	383
From 75 to 84	197
85 and over	69
Less than 65	223

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2017

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	31
Dementia	9
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2018 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	20
cytology	179
lab tests	186
second opinions	11

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	384
Female	490

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	719
Black	43
Hispanic	85
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	394
From 75 to 84	192
85 and over	64
Less than 65	224

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2018

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2019 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	40
cytology	161
lab tests	227
second opinions	21

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	467
Female	561

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	847
Black	48
Hispanic	92
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	533
From 75 to 84	231
85 and over	57
Less than 65	207

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2019

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	29
Dementia	10
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2020 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	17
cytology	104
lab tests	165

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	282
Female	346

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	535
Black	30
Hispanic	39
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	308
From 75 to 84	163
85 and over	45
Less than 65	112

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2020

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	30
Dementia	11
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2021 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	24
cytology	26
lab tests	195
second opinions	12

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	370
Female	434

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	702
Black	24
Hispanic	50
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	410
From 75 to 84	202
85 and over	44
Less than 65	148

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2021

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA during 2022 were lab tests, cytology and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

cytology	57
lab tests	222
second opinions	17

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	362
Female	409

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	649
Black	27
Hispanic	64
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	386
From 75 to 84	208
85 and over	55
Less than 65	122

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	28
Dementia	8
Cancer	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated as a cytopathologist in Springfield, MA were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

consultation	25
cytology	178
lab tests	285
second opinions	15

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD.

**Gender**
Male	441
Female	500

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	48
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	768
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	97
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	228
85 and over	74
Less than 65	226
65 to 74	412

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	28
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Dementia	8
Cancer	18

Education & Training

She completed residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Massachusetts.

Residency: Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (1999)

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Baystate Health

Baystate Pathology

BAYSTATE MEDICAL PRACTICES INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, United Healthcare, Aetna, Tufts Health Plan, Unicare, TRICARE, Medicare, Medicaid, Railroad Medicare, Cigna, ConnectiCare, CeltiCare, First Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), NORTHEAST DIRECT, BLUE SHIELD MEDICARE ADV, SERENITY CARE PACE, FALLON NON MASS HEALTH, BMC HEALTHNET ACO, COMMONWEALTH CARE ALLIANCE, HNE BE HEALTHY PARTNERSHIP, CONSOLIDATED, SENIOR WHOLE HEALTH, BLUE SHIELD PPO IND, HEALTH NEW ENGLAND EXCLUDING BE HEALTHY, BMC HEALTHNET MCO and FALLON ACO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Katya R. Ford, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care

Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO

United Healthcare

Aetna

Tufts Health Plan

Unicare

TRICARE

Medicare

Medicaid

Railroad Medicare

Cigna

ConnectiCare

CeltiCare

First Health

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

NORTHEAST DIRECT

BLUE SHIELD MEDICARE ADV

SERENITY CARE PACE

FALLON NON MASS HEALTH

BMC HEALTHNET ACO

COMMONWEALTH CARE ALLIANCE

HNE BE HEALTHY PARTNERSHIP

CONSOLIDATED

SENIOR WHOLE HEALTH

BLUE SHIELD PPO IND

HEALTH NEW ENGLAND EXCLUDING BE HEALTHY

BMC HEALTHNET MCO

FALLON ACO

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Biography

Dr. Katya Ford's area of specialization is cytopathology. In her practice, she is particularly interested in gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders) and liver disease. She seems to honor ConnectiCare, Blue California, Coventry, and more. Dr. Ford trained at a hospital affiliated with Mount Sinai School of Medicine for residency. She is professionally affiliated with Baystate Health. Her practice in Springfield, MA is open to new patients as reported by Baystate Health.