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Dr. Benjamin Johnston, MD

Dr. Benjamin Johnston, MD

Surgeon, Transplant Surgeon

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Johnston, Surgeon in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Benjamin Johnston, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Johnston is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnston’s office at (816) 404-0099.

    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 Surgeon like Dr. Johnston typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Johnston typically perform?

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

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Johnston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Johnston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 404-0099 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnston accept in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Johnston in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Johnston's Primary Practice

    2301 Holmes St

    Kansas City, MO 64108

    (816) 404-0099

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    Dr. Benjamin Johnston's Practice 2

    9100 W 74th St

    Shawnee Mission, KS 66204

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    What is Dr. Johnston's NPI number?A 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 1144517897.

    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. Benjamin Johnston's specialty?

    Dr. Johnston is a Surgeon near Kansas City, MO.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Johnston is affiliated with Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, Saint Luke's North Hospital–barry Road, University Health Lakewood 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

    When to see a Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Johnston accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Benjamin Johnston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (816) 404-0099 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Johnston?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (816) 404-0099 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?

    Dr. Johnston's offices are located in Kansas City, MO and Shawnee Mission, KS.