Summary

Dr. Mark Johnston is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with four decades of medical experience serving patients in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine and has dedicated 41 years to caring for patients with digestive health concerns. Dr. Johnston speaks multiple languages including Chinese, English, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese, allowing him to connect with diverse patient communities.

Dr. Johnston practices at Lancaster General Hospital and Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center, with hospital affiliations at Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital. He specializes in treating common digestive conditions such as hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopy procedures to diagnose and monitor intestinal health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Johnston highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 41 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese
  • Hahnemann University School Of Medicine
  • 16 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Mark Harold Johnston has 2 locations

Lancaster General Hospital

555 N Duke StLancaster, PA 17602

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center

2160 State RdLancaster, PA 17601

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4.7 
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41 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English
Lancaster , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mark Harold Johnston

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mark Harold Johnston has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mark Harold Johnston has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Barrett Esophagus
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Esophagoscopy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Viral Human Hepatitis

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Dr. Mark Harold Johnston holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Hahnemann University School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Johnston's NPI number is 1003898131.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Mark Johnston's office located?
Dr. Mark Johnston's office is located at 555 N Duke St, Lancaster, PA, 17602.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mark Johnston affiliated with?
Dr. Mark Johnston is affiliated with Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital.
Does Dr. Mark Johnston accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Mark Johnston has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Mark Johnston accepting new patients?
Dr. Mark Johnston has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Johnston?
You can find contact information for Dr. Mark Johnston here on Vitals.

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