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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Johnston, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Thomas Johnston, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Johnston graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine. 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 (502) 587-4421.
Where did Dr. Johnston go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
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 Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Johnston typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Johnston typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Johnston may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (502) 587-4421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Johnston accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Johnston in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?
Dr. Thomas Johnston's Primary Practice
4000 Kresge Way
Louisville, KY 40207
(502) 587-4421
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 1083930473.
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. Thomas Johnston's specialty?
Dr. Johnston is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Louisville, KY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Thomas Johnston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Johnston is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin, Columbus Regional Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Johnston accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Johnston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Johnston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (502) 587-4421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Johnston?
Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (502) 587-4421 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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