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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Johns, Internist in Cullman, AL?
Dr. Joel Johns, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cullman, AL. Dr. Johns completed his residency at Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Internal Medicine. Dr. Johns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johns’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johns’s office at (256) 887-4996.
Where did Dr. Johns go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al
What languages does Dr. Johns speak?
Dr. Johns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Johns typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Johns 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. Johns. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Johns typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Johns 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. Johns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Johns accept my insurance?
Dr. Johns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 887-4996 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Johns accept in Cullman, AL?
Dr. Johns in Cullman, 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
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Johns' office located?
What is Dr. Johns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Johns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043209703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Johns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Johns
What is Dr. Joel Johns's specialty?
Dr. Johns is a Internist near Cullman, AL.
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. Joel Johns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Johns is affiliated with Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joel Johns accepting new patients in Cullman, AL?
Yes, Dr. Joel Johns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Johns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Johns's office at (256) 887-4996 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Johns?
Please contact Dr. Johns's office at (256) 887-4996 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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