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Dr. Richard Johnston, MD

Saint Louis, MO

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Johnston, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Richard Johnston, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Johnston graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Orthopedic Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Johnston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnston’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnston’s office at (314) 514-3500.

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

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Orthopedic Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Johnston board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Johnston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Johnston speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Johnston treat?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Left Hip Pain
    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25552: Pain in left hip
    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    What procedures does Dr. Johnston perform?

    As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Johnston performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.

    Also known as:

    • Total Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Total Knee Arthroplasty
    • Knee Joint Replacement
    • Full Knee Replacement
    • TKA Surgery
    • Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty
    • Medial Knee Replacement
    • Lateral Knee Replacement
    • Partial Knee Resurfacing

    CPT Codes:

    • 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
    • 27446: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial OR lateral compartment

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Johnston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Johnston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 514-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnston accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Johnston in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?

    Dr. Richard Johnston's Primary Practice

    3009 N Ballas Rd Ste 320

    Saint Louis, MO 63131

    (314) 514-3500

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    Dr. Richard Johnston's Practice 2

    155 Siemers Dr Ste 8

    Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

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    Dr. Richard Johnston's Practice 3

    950 Francis Pl

    Clayton, MO 63105

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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 1518968759.

    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. Richard Johnston's specialty?

    Dr. Johnston is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Johnston to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Johnston is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Anderson Hospital, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, MO 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

    Where can I learn more about Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?

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    Is Richard Johnston accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Johnston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (314) 514-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Johnston?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (314) 514-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Johnston have?

    Dr. Richard Johnston is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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