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Dr. Jere Johnson, MD

Dr. Jere Johnson, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Mission, TX

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Johnson, Family Medicine Specialist in Mission, TX?

    Dr. Jere Johnson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mission, TX. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Johnson graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Geriatric Medicine-Family Practice; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (956) 584-3353.

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

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Geriatric Medicine-Family Practice; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Johnson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jere Johnson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Johnson typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine 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. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jere 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 (956) 584-3353 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in Mission, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Driscoll Children's Hospital

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?

    Dr. Jere Johnson's Primary Practice

    1920 E Griffin Pkwy

    Mission, TX 78572

    (956) 584-3353

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    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 1053355578.

    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. Jere Johnson's specialty?

    Dr. Johnson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Mission, TX.

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

    Yes, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Dhr Health, Mission Regional Medical Center, Rio Grande Regional 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 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 Dr. Jere Johnson accepting new patients in Mission, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Jere Johnson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (956) 584-3353 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jere Johnson?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (956) 584-3353 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?

    Dr. Johnson's office is located in Mission, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jere Johnson have?

    Dr. Jere Johnson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.