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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Johnson, Specialist in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Ernest Johnson, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Johnson completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Ophthalmology; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (205) 556-2121.
Where did Dr. Johnson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Ophthalmology; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | U Ala
Is Dr. Johnson board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Johnson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
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 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:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Brain Artery Narrowing
- Brain Disease
- Cerebral Artery Stenosis
- Blocked Brain Arteries
- Brain Blood Vessel Narrowing
- Cerebral Occlusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- I668: Occlusion and stenosis of other cerebral arteries
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Wrinkle
- Retinal Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
Does Dr. Johnson accept my insurance?
Dr. Johnson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 556-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Johnson in Tuscaloosa, AL 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 Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
United Mine Workers of America
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?
Dr. Ernest Johnson's Primary Practice
535 Jack Warner Pkwy NE Ste B1
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 556-2121
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 1477578110.
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. Ernest Johnson's specialty?
Dr. Johnson is a Specialist near Tuscaloosa, AL. Contact Dr. Johnson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ernest Johnson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Johnson 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Ernest Johnson accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Johnson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernest Johnson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (205) 556-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernest Johnson?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (205) 556-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ernest Johnson have?
Dr. Ernest Johnson is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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