Summary

Dr. Word Johnston is a family medicine physician with 45 years of experience serving patients and families throughout Mississippi. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital. Dr. Johnston is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Johnston practices at multiple locations including Green Tree Family Medical Clinic in Mount Olive, Covington County Hospital in Collins, and Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg. His clinical expertise includes comprehensive blood work analysis and diabetes management through specialized testing. Patients have rated him 3.3 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 45 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Word Mcdonald Johnston has 3 locations

Green Tree Family Medical Clinic

603 S Main StMount Olive, MS 39119
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Covington County Hospital

701 S Holly AveCollins, MS 39428

Merit Health Wesley

5001 Hardy StHattiesburg, MS 39402

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Word Mcdonald Johnston

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Security Life
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Word Mcdonald Johnston has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Word Mcdonald Johnston has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Johnston's NPI number is 1952305567.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Word Johnston affiliated with?
Dr. Word Johnston is affiliated with Covington County Hospital.
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