Eric Austin Johnson, M.D.

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

Eric Austin Johnson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Duluth, MN with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(320) 983-5728Duluth, MN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Eric Austin Johnson, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 36+ years, working in independent practice. Trained at Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (class of 1990), he has been practicing for over 36 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have mood disorders, anxiety, and depression.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in Minnesota
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 290 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in MNSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Duluth36+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2334dNPPES updated 2020-01-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

202 N 24th Ave E, Duluth, MN 55812-1859

Fax: (218) 481-0325
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

94.7%

Minnesota avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.9 pts)

Better than 87% of reporting doctors in Minnesota

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

179

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

315

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

10,898

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.25M

Percentile rankings compared against 1,431 reporting peers in Minnesota.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Depression.

Mood Disorders
75%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+38%)72%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+31%)63%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-29%)41%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-29%) — less common here

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-30%)40%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-30%) — less common here

PTSD
40%

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — lasting anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event

Bipolar Disorder
39%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-17%)32%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1990

    Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jan 1, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 36 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.

Taxonomy: 2084P0800X

Education & Training

Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (Class of 1990)

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Eric Austin Johnson

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Eric Austin Johnson for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, depression management — no travel to Duluth required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eric Austin Johnson

NPI records show Dr. Johnson as active with telehealth listed in Duluth, MN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (320) 983-5728.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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