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Kristi Ford

Family Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner Phoenix, AZ Optum
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
6 years at Optum
Gender
Female
Connections
247
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,546 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse Practitioner specialty. Kristi Ford is one of them.
  • 1,618 Nurse Practitioners are based in AZ (out of 27,246 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 1,589 contacts at Optum are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse Practitioner compensation in AZ: $106,000 – $158,000 (median $123,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurse Practitioners in AZ: Banner Health (102), Mayo Clinic (27), Honorhealth (23).
  • 3% of Nurse Practitioners in AZ hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 83% of Nurse Practitioners in AZ have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
The George Washington University
Masters
2017
Georgetown University
Bachelors
2010
Arizona State University
Bachelors
2001
Skills
Healthcare Bls Leadership Management Nursing Hospitals Research Patient Safety Critical Care Acls
About Optum
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Website
optum.com
Professional Overview

Kristi Ford is a Family Nurse Practitioner, currently affiliated with Optum, based in Phoenix, AZ. As a nurse practitioner, Ford contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Phoenix, AZ. They have been with Optum for 6 years. Ford holds academic credentials, including Masters and Bachelors, from The George Washington University and Georgetown University. Core competencies include Healthcare, Bls, Leadership, Management, Nursing. Optum operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse practitioner professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse practitioner specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Phoenix, AZ healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kristi Ford located?
Kristi Ford is based in Phoenix, AZ. They are currently affiliated with Optum.
What is Kristi Ford's specialty?
Kristi Ford specializes in Nurse Practitioner. Their current role is Family Nurse Practitioner.
Where does Kristi Ford currently work?
Kristi Ford currently works at Optum. They have been there for 6 years.
What is Kristi Ford's educational background?
Kristi Ford attended The George Washington University and Georgetown University.
How do I contact Kristi Ford for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse Practitioner?
Recruiting nurse practitioners typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurse practitioners across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse Practitioner in AZ?
Nurse Practitioners in AZ typically earn $106,000 to $158,000 annually, with a median of $123,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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