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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Johnston, Pediatric Urologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Derrick Johnston, MD is a Pediatric Urologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Johnston is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnston’s office at (520) 795-5338.
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 a Pediatric Urologist like Dr. Johnston typically treat?
As a Pediatric Urologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Hidden Penis
- Phimosis
- Other Foreskin Problems
- Foreskin and Glans Adhesions
- Penis Disorder
- Buried penis
- Concealed penis
- Retractile penis
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Various foreskin issues
- Unspecified foreskin conditions
- Foreskin abnormalities
- Preputial Adhesions
- Glans Adhesions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5564: Hidden penis
- N471: Phimosis
- N478: Other disorders of prepuce
- N475: Adhesions of prepuce and glans penis
Also known as:
- Other Urinary System Disorder
- Bladder Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Various urinary problems
- Uncommon urinary conditions
- Urinary tract issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N398: Other specified disorders of urinary system
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Retractile Testicle
- Testicular Disorder
- Ascending Testicle
- Mobile Testicle
- Gliding Testicle
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q5522: Retractile testis
What procedures does a Pediatric Urologist like Dr. Johnston typically perform?
As a Pediatric Urologist, Dr. Johnston performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
- Adult Circumcision
- Childhood Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal Surgery
- Non-Clamp Circumcision
CPT Codes:
- 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age
Also known as:
- Penile Angulation Correction Surgery
- Removing Penile Adhesions After Circumcision
- Penile Curvature Repair
- Peyronie's Disease Surgery
- Penile Straightening Surgery
- Post-Circumcision Adhesion Release
- Penile Adhesiolysis
- Circumcision Scar Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 54360: Plastic operation on penis to correct angulation
- 54162: Lysis or excision of penile post-circumcision adhesions
Also known as:
- Penile Straightening Surgery (Chordee Repair)
- Chordee Repair
- Hypospadias Repair
- Penile Curvature Correction
- Urethral Mobilization for Chordee
CPT Codes:
- 54300: Plastic operation of penis for straightening of chordee (eg, hypospadias), with or without mobilization of urethra
Also known as:
- Undescended Testicle Surgery
- Orchiopexy
- Testicular Fixation
- Cryptorchidism Repair
- Inguinal Orchiopexy
CPT Codes:
- 54640: Orchiopexy, inguinal or scrotal approach
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
- Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
- Hernia Surgery for Infants
CPT Codes:
- 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Johnston accept my insurance?
Dr. Johnston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 795-5338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Johnston accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Johnston in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Mercy Care
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?
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 1184852709.
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. Derrick Johnston's specialty?
Dr. Johnston is a Pediatric Urologist near Tucson, AZ.
What does a Pediatric Urologist do?
Pediatric Surgeons are the health care professionals who can diagnose, treat, and manage children's urinary and genital problems. They dedicate at least 50% of their practice to the urological needs of infants, children, and adolescents. They offer health services such as Evaluation and management of voiding disorders; Vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary tract infections that require surgery; Surgical reconstruction of the urinary tract (including kidneys, ureters, and bladder) to address genital abnormalities, hypospadias, and intersex conditions; Surgery for childhood and adolescent groin conditions, such as undescended testes, hydrocele/hernia, and varicocele.
Is this Dr. Derrick Johnston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Johnston is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Canyon Vista Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Derrick Johnston accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Johnston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Johnston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (520) 795-5338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Johnston?
Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (520) 795-5338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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