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Dr. William Johnson, MD

Columbia, SC

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Johnson, Ophthalmologist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. William Johnson, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Johnson completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Johnson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Johnson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Johnson’s office at (803) 252-8566.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc

    Is Dr. Johnson board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. William Johnson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Johnson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Johnson treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Low-Tension Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Normal-Tension Glaucoma
    • NTG
    • Low Pressure Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H401232: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Does Dr. Johnson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Johnson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 252-8566 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Johnson accept in Columbia, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • Planned Administrators

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Johnson's office located?

    Dr. William Johnson's Primary Practice

    100 Summit Centre Dr

    Columbia, SC 29229

    (803) 252-8566

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    Dr. William Johnson's Practice 2

    1920 Pickens St

    Columbia, SC 29201

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    What 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 1376506774.

    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. William Johnson's specialty?

    Dr. Johnson is a Ophthalmologist near Columbia, SC. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Johnson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Johnson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Johnson 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

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    Is William Johnson accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

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

    Does Dr. William Johnson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (803) 252-8566 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Johnson?

    Please contact Dr. Johnson's office at (803) 252-8566 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Johnson have?

    Dr. William Johnson is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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