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Dr. Paul Johnson, MD

Atlanta, GA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Johnson, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Paul Johnson, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Johnson graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office.

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

    • Medical School: University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine

    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 Dr. Johnson treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency 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.

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Belly Button Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pain around navel
    • Periumbilical discomfort
    • Umbilical pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1033: Periumbilical pain

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Johnson perform as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Johnson may include:

    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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?

    Dr. Paul Johnson's Primary Practice

    1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

    Atlanta, GA 30342

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    Dr. Paul Johnson's Practice 2

    1200 Memorial Dr

    Dalton, GA 30720

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    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 1992758221.

    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. Paul Johnson's specialty?

    Dr. Johnson is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Atlanta, GA. Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting. Contact Dr. Johnson to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Johnson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Scottish Rite Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

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    Is Paul Johnson accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Paul Johnson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Johnson?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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