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Dr. Tamra Johnston, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Johnston, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Tamra Johnston, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Johnston completed her residency at Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Family Practice. 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 (303) 369-1785.

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

    • Residency: Hennepin Co Med Ctr, Family Practice

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn

    Is Dr. Johnston board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Tamra Johnston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Johnston typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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:

    • 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:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Moderate Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
    • Moderate Underweight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Intracerebral Hemorrhage
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain bleed
    • ICH
    • Bleeding in the brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Johnston typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tamra 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 (303) 369-1785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnston accept in Aurora, CO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?

    Dr. Tamra Johnston's Primary Practice

    2675 S Abilene St Ste 250

    Aurora, CO 80014

    (303) 369-1785

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    Dr. Tamra Johnston's Practice 2

    2551 W 84th Ave

    Westminster, CO 80031

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    Dr. Tamra Johnston's Practice 3

    14300 Orchard Pkwy Fl 2

    Westminster, CO 80023

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    What is Dr. Johnston's NPI number?A 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 1679554836.

    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. Tamra Johnston's specialty?

    Dr. Johnston is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Aurora, CO.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?

    A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

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

    No, Dr. Johnston is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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. Tamra Johnston accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

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

    Does Dr. Tamra Johnston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (303) 369-1785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tamra Johnston?

    Please contact Dr. Johnston's office at (303) 369-1785 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Johnston's office located?

    Dr. Johnston's offices are located in Aurora, CO and Westminster, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tamra Johnston have?

    Dr. Tamra Johnston is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.