Russell Andrew Johnson, M.D.

Emergency Medicine

Russell Andrew Johnson is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in Los Angeles, CA with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE, PEDIATRIC MEDICINE

(310) 206-8000Los Angeles, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Russell Andrew Johnson, M.D. has been part of the Los Angeles medical community since 2013 in independent practice. With 13+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Los Angeles area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 33% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 198 Emergency Medicine providers in CASee all Emergency Medicine in Los Angeles13+ years experienceNPI since 2013

Older · 2511dNPPES updated 2019-07-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

100 Ucla Medical Plaza Suite 490, Los Angeles, CA 90095-1103

Fax: (310) 206-8005
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.65%

California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.4 pts)

2.65% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

89

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

70

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

754

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $812k

Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.

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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-10%)60%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+4%)53%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
35%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-2%)30%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-2%)30%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+8%)26%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

Industry Payment Transparency

$113 received from industry

1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.

Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Russell Andrew Johnson's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

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

Career Journey
  1. 13 years in practice

    Established

Emergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

Taxonomy: 207P00000X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

5767 W Century Blvd Ste 400, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5631

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 190160

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Virtual Emergency Medicine Care With Russell Andrew Johnson

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Russell Andrew Johnson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Los Angeles 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 Russell Andrew Johnson

NPI records show Dr. Johnson as active with telehealth listed in Los Angeles, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (310) 206-8000.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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