4.2
6 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Johnson is an orthopedic surgeon with more than five decades of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and has been practicing for 56 years. Dr. Johnson is board-certified and provides care in English.
Dr. Johnson practices at Kaiser Permanente medical centers in South San Francisco and Redwood City, California. He specializes in treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and hand arthritis. His procedural expertise includes joint fluid removal, bursa injections, and therapeutic bursa drainage. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Johnson practices at Kaiser Permanente medical centers in South San Francisco and Redwood City, California. He specializes in treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and hand arthritis. His procedural expertise includes joint fluid removal, bursa injections, and therapeutic bursa drainage. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 56 years of experience
- 24 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Elbert Johnson has 2 locationsKaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center
1200 El Camino RealSouth San Francisco, CA 94080 Tel: (650) 742-2000
Kaiser Permanente Redwood City Medical Center
1100 Veterans BlvdRedwood City, CA 94063 Tel: (650) 299-2000
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 56 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| South San Francisco , CA | Redwood City , CA | Redwood City , CA | Redwood City , CA |
| Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Elbert Johnson
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Elbert Johnson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Elbert Johnson has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
56 Years Experience
Dr. James Elbert Johnson holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 1970.
NPI Number
Dr. Johnson's NPI number is 1043398670.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. James Johnson's office located?
- Dr. James Johnson's office is located at 1200 El Camino Real, South San Francisco, CA, 94080.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Johnson affiliated with?
- Dr. James Johnson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Johnson?
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- Is Dr. James Johnson accepting new patients?
- Dr. James Johnson has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. James Johnson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Johnson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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