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Dr. Joe Johnston, MD

Dr. Joe Johnston, MD

San Antonio, TX

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Johnston, Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Joe Johnston, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Johnston graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Morristown Meml Hospital UMDNJ. Dr. Johnston is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnston’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnston’s office at (210) 593-2500.

    Where did Dr. Johnston go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Morristown Meml Hospital UMDNJ | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey, Piscataway, Nj

    • Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    What languages does Dr. Johnston speak?

    Dr. Johnston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Johnston treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Johnston diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Johnston. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Ventral Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
    • Breast Cancer
    • ER Positive Breast Cancer
    • Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
    • Estrogen-Driven Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lump
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast mass
    • Breast lesion
    • Palpable breast mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N630: Unspecified lump in unspecified breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Breast Lump
    • Benign Tumor
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous breast mass
    • Breast fibroadenoma
    • Benign breast disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Which procedures does Dr. Johnston perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Joe Johnston may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Johnston's office.

    Does Dr. Johnston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Johnston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 593-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnston accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Johnston in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?

    Dr. Joe Johnston's Primary Practice

    18707 Hardy Oak Blvd Ste 210

    San Antonio, TX 78258

    (210) 593-2500

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    Dr. Joe Johnston's Practice 2

    134 Menger Spgs

    Boerne, TX 78006

    (210) 593-5700

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    Dr. Joe Johnston's Practice 3

    4383 Medical Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

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    What is Dr. Johnston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Johnston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679507123.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Johnston?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Johnston

    What is Dr. Joe Johnston's specialty?

    Dr. Johnston is a Surgeon near San Antonio, TX. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Johnston to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joe Johnston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Johnston is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Joe Johnston accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Joe Johnston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joe Johnston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (210) 593-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joe Johnston?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (210) 593-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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