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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Johnston, Urologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Richard Johnston, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Johnston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnston’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnston’s office at (206) 953-8079.
What languages does Dr. Johnston speak?
Dr. Johnston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Johnston typically treat?
As an 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:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- BPH
- Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate
- Bladder retention
- Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Johnston typically perform?
As an 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:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Kidney Stone Shock Wave Treatment
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
- ESWL
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- Non-Invasive Kidney Stone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
- 50590: Lithotripsy, extracorporeal shock wave
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
- TURP Procedure
- Prostate Resection Surgery
- Electrosurgical Prostate Removal
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 52601: Transurethral electrosurgical resection of prostate, including control of postoperative bleeding, complete (vasectomy, meatotomy, cystourethroscopy, urethral calibration and/or dilation, and internal urethrotomy are included)
Also known as:
- Bladder Scope with Removal of Foreign Body or Stent
- Cystourethroscopy for Foreign Body
- Bladder Stone Removal with Scope
- Ureteral Stent Removal (Cystoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 52310: Cystourethroscopy, with removal of foreign body, calculus, or ureteral stent from urethra or bladder (separate procedure); simple
Also known as:
- Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
- Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
- Double-J stent insertion
- Gibbons stent placement
- Kidney stent placement
CPT Codes:
- 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Partial Kidney Removal
- Minimally Invasive Partial Nephrectomy
- Keyhole Kidney Surgery
- Laparoscopic Kidney Resection
- Partial Kidney Removal
CPT Codes:
- 50543: Laparoscopy, surgical; partial nephrectomy
Does Dr. Johnston accept my insurance?
Dr. Johnston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 953-8079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Johnston accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Johnston in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?
Dr. Richard Johnston's Primary Practice
1708 Yakima Ave Ste 310
Tacoma, WA 98405
(206) 953-8079
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 1477839066.
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. Richard Johnston's specialty?
Dr. Johnston is a Urologist near Tacoma, WA.
What does an Urologist do?
A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.
Is this Dr. Richard Johnston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Johnston is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, Swedish Edmonds Campus, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Valley 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 Richard Johnston accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Johnston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Johnston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (206) 953-8079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Johnston?
Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (206) 953-8079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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