- General Surgeons
- TX
- Richardson, TX
- Dr. Walter Johnston, MD
Dr. Walter Johnston, MD
General Surgery•Male•Age 56
General Surgery
Dr. Walter Johnston, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Richardson, TX and has over 31 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center|University Of Texas Southwestwern in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano. His office accepts new patients.
North Dallas Surgical Specs
3600 Shire Blvd Ste 104 Richardson, TX 75082Make an Appointment
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Dr. Johnston's Reviews
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5.0
Based on 67 ratings
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About Me
Care Philosophy
Biography
Specialties
- General Surgery
Board Certifications
- General Surgery
Education
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Dr. Walter Johnston, MD accept any insurance plans?
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What conditions does Dr. Walter Johnston, MD treat?
Dr. Johnston frequently treats the following conditions: Cholecystitis and Gallstones, Gallstones, and Inguinal Hernia. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Walter Johnston, MD's office address?
Dr. Johnston's office is located at 3600 Shire Blvd Ste 104, Richardson, TX 75082. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages is Dr. Walter Johnston, MD fluent in?
Dr. Johnston is able to speak Spanish and English. View profile to see all.
Is Dr. Walter Johnston, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Walter Johnston, MD is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano.
Is Dr. Walter Johnston, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. Walter Johnston, MD holds board certifications in General Surgery.
How much experience does Dr. Walter Johnston, MD have?
Dr. Johnston has over 30 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Walter Johnston, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 5/5 for Dr. Walter Johnston, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider listened & answered questions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
Experience and Background Checks
Background Check
Dr. Johnston's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Johnston treats Cholecystitis and Gallstones more than 100% of his peers
Dr. Johnston treats this condition more than 100% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Cholecystitis
- Gallstones
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Johnston treats Gallstones more than 100% of his peers
Dr. Johnston treats this condition more than 100% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Johnston treats Inguinal Hernia more than 99% of his peers
Dr. Johnston treats this condition more than 99% of his peers
Dr. Johnston's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Lump
- Breast Pain
- Cancer
- Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
- Carcinoma in Situ
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Colorectal Cancer
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
- Gallstones
- Gastroenterology Procedures
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Hernia
- Hidradenitis
- Ileus
- Incisional Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Abscess
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Ischemic Colitis
- Lipomas
- Liver Cancer
- Male Breast Cancer
- Mastodynia
- Nausea
- Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
- Pelvic Abscess
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
- Secondary Malignancies
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Stomach Diseases
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
Insurance Check
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Dr. Johnston accepts
Accepted insurance can change. Please double-check when making an appointment.
Dr. Johnston accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- CareOregon
- CareSource
- Cigna
- Community Health Choice
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- GEHA
- Health Net
- Healthfirst
- HealthPlus
- HealthPlus Amerigroup
- HealthSmart
- Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
- Humana
- Husky Health
- inHealth
- INTotal Health
- IN Total Health
- Medica
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Midwest Health Plan
- Molina Healthcare
- MultiPlan
- Peach State Health Plan
- Simply Healthcare Plans
- Staywell (Wellcare)
- UnitedHealthCare
- United Healthcare
- Wellcare of Georgia
Locations
North Dallas Surgical Specs
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- Hours
- Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals
Dr. Johnston is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.
Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.73% Patients that would definitely recommend, 3% higher than the national average
9 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2022)
78% Patients that would definitely recommend, 8% higher than the national average
7 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2022)
68% Patients that would definitely recommend, 2% lower than the national average
1 Award Received
Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
70% Patients that would definitely recommend, Equal to the national average
14 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)
77% Patients that would definitely recommend, 7% higher than the national average
5 Awards Received
Compare with other General Surgery Specialists
Compare Dr. Johnston with our nearby General Surgery Specialists at Medical City Plano.
These providers are on the medical staff of Medical City Plano.
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