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Dr. Julia Johnson, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Savannah, GA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Johnson, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Julia Johnson, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Johnson graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed her residency at Mountain Area Health Education Center. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (912) 350-4752.

    Where did Dr. Johnson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mountain Area Health Education Center | Mountain Area Health Education Center Program

    • Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

    Is Dr. Johnson board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Julia Johnson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Johnson typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Stem Stroke Syndrome
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Disease
    • Brainstem Infarction
    • Vertebrobasilar Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G463: Brain stem stroke syndrome
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Johnson typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Julia Johnson may include:

    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 (912) 350-4752 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Johnson in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?

    Dr. Julia Johnson's Primary Practice

    4700 Waters Ave Ste 507

    Savannah, GA 31404

    (912) 350-4752

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    What hospitals are Dr. Johnson affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Johnson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Johnson's NPI number?A 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 1265595847.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Johnson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Johnson

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?

    A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Julia Johnson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Memorial Health 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Julia Johnson accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Julia Johnson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Julia Johnson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (912) 350-4752 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Julia Johnson?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (912) 350-4752 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?

    Dr. Johnson's office is located in Savannah, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Julia Johnson have?

    Dr. Julia Johnson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.