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Dr. Melissa Johnson, MD

Lincoln, NE

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Johnson, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Melissa Johnson, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (402) 717-3600.

    What languages does Dr. Johnson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Johnson treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Johnson 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. Johnson. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • End of Life Issues
    • DNR order
    • Advance directive
    • Living will

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z66: Do not resuscitate

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Which procedures does Dr. Johnson perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Johnson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Johnson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Johnson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 717-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Johnson in Lincoln, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Sanford Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Johnson's Primary Practice

    2300 S 16th St

    Lincoln, NE 68502

    (402) 717-3600

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    Dr. Melissa Johnson's Practice 2

    7710 Mercy Rd Ste 1000

    Omaha, NE 68124

    (402) 717-2500

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    Dr. Melissa Johnson's Practice 3

    5401 South St

    Lincoln, NE 68506

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

    Dr. Johnson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659481224.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Johnson?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Johnson's specialty?

    Dr. Johnson is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lincoln, NE. An Emergency Medicine Physician who possesses advanced knowledge and skills in preventing and alleviating the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist collaborates with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to enhance quality of life while addressing not only physical symptoms but also the psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families. This specialist provides a complete care throughout the disease's progression, the dying process, and offer support to the family afterward. They excel in assessing the patients with advanced illness, managing distressing symptoms, coordinating interdisciplinary, patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing the care of imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical considerations in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Johnson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melissa Johnson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Bryan East Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Melissa Johnson accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Johnson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Johnson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (402) 717-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melissa Johnson?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (402) 717-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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