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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Johnson, Pediatrician in Morris, IL?
Dr. Richard Johnson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Morris, IL. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Johnson completed his residency at Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (815) 942-5335.
Where did Dr. Johnson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Pediatrics | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Johnson board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Richard Johnson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Johnson speak?
Dr. Johnson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Johnson typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Infectious Disease
- Stomach flu
- Infectious diarrhea
- Bowel infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Johnson typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Johnson may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Johnson accept my insurance?
Dr. Johnson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 942-5335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in Morris, IL?
Dr. Johnson in Morris, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?
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 1629153135.
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. Richard Johnson's specialty?
Dr. Johnson is a Pediatrician near Morris, IL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Richard Johnson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Johnson accepting new patients in Morris, IL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Johnson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Johnson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (815) 942-5335 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Johnson?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (815) 942-5335 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Johnson have?
Dr. Richard Johnson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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