Dr. Michele Johnson, MD

Physiatrist, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Pain Medicine Specialist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Johnson, Physiatrist in Washington, DC?

Dr. Michele Johnson, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Johnson completed her residency at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. She is a member of the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM), American Society of Bariatric Physicians, American Medical Association, and Obesity Medicine Association. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (202) 854-7400.

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

Residency: Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
Medical School: Howard University (//) | Howard University (//)

What languages does Dr. Johnson speak?

Dr. Johnson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Johnson typically perform?

As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Michele 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 (202) 854-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in Washington, DC?

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

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Federal government of the United States

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Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?

Dr. Michele Johnson's Primary Practice

920 Varnum St NE

Washington, DC 20017

(202) 854-7400

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Dr. Michele Johnson's Practice 2

14205 Park Center Dr Ste 204

Laurel, MD 20707

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What hospitals are Dr. Johnson affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Johnson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Medstar St. Mary's Hospital,Leonardtown, MD

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

Board Certified of American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM)
Professional Member of American Society of Bariatric Physicians
Professional Member of American Medical Association
Professional Member of Obesity Medicine Association

Awards

Dr. Leroy Weeks Clinical Award, 2007
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – Dr. Charles H. Epps Jr. Award, 2007

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 1083899884.

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. Michele Johnson's specialty?

Dr. Johnson is a Physiatrist near Washington, DC.

What does a Physiatrist do?

Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

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

Yes, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Medstar St. Mary's Hospital 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

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