DR. CATHERINE BREE JOHNSTON
NPI 1396779534
Internal Medicine - Hospice and Palliative Medicine in Mount Vernon, WA

Q: What is Catherine Johnston's NPI number?

The NPI number for Catherine Johnston is 1396779534. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 11, 2006. The provider is also known as Bree Johnston M.D. , M.P.H.

Q: What is Catherine Johnston's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RH0002X.

Active since July 11, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1415 E KINCAID ST, MOUNT VERNON, WA 98274(360) 424-4111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 24, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 17, 2022, Nov 2, 2021, Feb 23, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Dr. Catherine Bree Johnston NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. CATHERINE BREE JOHNSTON (NPI 1396779534) is an individual hospice and palliative medicine provider in Mount Vernon, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60229218) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Skagit Valley Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Bellingham.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396779534

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207RH0002X

Provider Legal NameDR. CATHERINE BREE JOHNSTON

Location Address1415 E KINCAID STMount Vernon, WA 98274-4126

Mailing Address2800 Church StBellingham, WA 98225-8358 · (360) 296-0639

Phone(360) 424-4111

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated 1985

Enumeration DateJuly 11, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJune 24, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 24, 2022

✔ NPI 1396779534 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RH0002X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60229218

Definition

An internal medicine physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD60229218 (WA)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Geriatric MedicineTaxonomy 207RG0300X · License G058563 (CA), MD60229218 (WA)

1415 E KINCAID ST, Mount Vernon, WA 98274

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Bree Johnston M.d. , M.p.h

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12801 Squalicum ParkwayBellingham, WA 98225-9822 · Phone (360) 734-5400

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Catherine Bree Johnston is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1456537562

PECOS Enrollment IDI20110914000153

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

83 services51 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

66 services64 patients

Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497

Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.

42 services37 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

34 services26 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

27 services19 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221

Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Skagit Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Mount Vernon, WA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number500003

Location1415 E Kincaid StreetMount Vernon, WA 98274 · Skagit County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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