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Dr. Michael Johnston, MD

Phenix City, AL

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Johnston, Family Medicine Specialist in Phenix City, AL?

    Dr. Michael Johnston, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Phenix City, AL. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Johnston graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine. Dr. Johnston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnston’s office at (334) 297-5555.

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

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Johnston speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Johnston typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Johnston 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. Johnston. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Damaged Lung Air Sacs
    • COPD Emphysema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J431: Panlobular emphysema

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Infectious Bronchitis
    • Chest Cold
    • Bronchial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Johnston typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Johnston may include:

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Johnston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Johnston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 297-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnston accept in Phenix City, AL?

    Dr. Johnston in Phenix City, AL 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 Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?

    Dr. Michael Johnston's Primary Practice

    7 Windsweep Ct

    Phenix City, AL 36870

    (334) 297-5555

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    What is Dr. Johnston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Johnston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043250327.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Johnston?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Johnston's specialty?

    Dr. Johnston is a Family Medicine Specialist near Phenix City, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Michael Johnston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Johnston is affiliated with Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, East Alabama 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 Michael Johnston accepting new patients in Phenix City, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Johnston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Johnston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (334) 297-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Johnston?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (334) 297-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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