Who is Dr. Johnson, Internist in Athens, TX?
Dr. Christopher Johnson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Athens, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Johnson graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Children'S Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (903) 670-3185.
Where did Dr. Johnson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | Children's Mercy Hospital Program
Medical School: Tx A & M Univ Coll Of Med- College Station Tx | Texas A&M University / Main Campus | Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Johnson board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Johnson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
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 an Internist like Dr. Johnson typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Johnson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Johnson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (903) 670-3185 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in Athens, TX?
Dr. Johnson in Athens, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?
Dr. Christopher Johnson's Primary Practice
117 Medical Cir
Athens, TX 75751
(903) 670-3185
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Diagnosis
60% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Christopher Johnson a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Johnson has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Johnson, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat 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 1942237078.
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. Christopher Johnson's specialty?
Dr. Johnson is a Internist near Athens, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Christopher Johnson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Johnson is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas 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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Is Christopher Johnson accepting new patients in Athens, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Johnson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Johnson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (903) 670-3185 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Johnson?
Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (903) 670-3185 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Johnson have?
Dr. Christopher Johnson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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