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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Johnson, Neurologist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Kristin Johnson, DO is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (985) 246-2800.
What languages does Dr. Johnson speak?
Dr. Johnson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Johnson treat?
As a Neurologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Multifocal Motor Neuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
- MMN
- Multifocal Motor Nerve Damage
- Chronic Motor Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
- G6182: Multifocal motor neuropathy
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Motor Neuron Disease
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- MND', 'ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1220: Motor neuron disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hereditary Ataxia
- Cerebellar Disorder
- Movement Disorder
- Genetic Ataxia
- Inherited Ataxia
- Cerebellar Ataxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G119: Hereditary ataxia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Which procedures does Dr. Johnson perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristin Johnson may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Johnson's office.
Does Dr. Johnson accept my insurance?
Dr. Johnson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 246-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Johnson in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?
Dr. Kristin Johnson's Primary Practice
1341 Ochsner Blvd
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 246-2800
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 1700091543.
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. Kristin Johnson's specialty?
Dr. Johnson is a Neurologist near Covington, LA.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Johnson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kristin Johnson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, South Central Regional 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 Kristin Johnson accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Johnson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristin Johnson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (985) 246-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristin Johnson?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (985) 246-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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