Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Johnson, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Johnson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Johnson graduated from Duke University, School of Medicine, Durham, NC. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not 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 (619) 543-8254.
Where did Dr. Johnson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Duke University, School of Medicine, Durham, NC | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Primary Care Physician | Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Johnson board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Johnson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012
What languages does Dr. Johnson speak?
Dr. Johnson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Johnson typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Johnson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Johnson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (619) 543-8254 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Johnson in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Johnson's Primary Practice
3811 Valley Centre Dr
San Diego, CA 92130
(619) 543-8254
What is Dr. Johnson's NPI number?An 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 1396993291.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Johnson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Johnson
What is Dr. Benjamin Johnson's specialty?
Dr. Johnson is a Internist near San Diego, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Johnson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Johnson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
No, Dr. Benjamin Johnson is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Johnson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (619) 543-8254 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Johnson?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (619) 543-8254 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Johnson have?
Dr. Benjamin Johnson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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