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FARRIS T JOHNSON JR. MD
NPI 1487682787
Family Medicine in Athens, GA

Active since June 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
72.81/100
CMS Quality Rating
1500 OGLETHORPE AVE STE 200A, ATHENS, GA 30606(706) 548-5833(706) 548-5608 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 4, 2026, Oct 25, 2022, Jul 12, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2018).

About Farris T Johnson Jr. Md NPPES

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

FARRIS T JOHNSON JR. MD (NPI 1487682787) is an individual family medicine provider in Athens, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (87580) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487682787
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameFARRIS T JOHNSON JR.Credential: MD
Location Address1500 OGLETHORPE AVE STE 200AAthens, GA 30606-2165
Mailing AddressPo Box 48089Athens, GA 30604-8089 · (706) 389-3740 · Fax (706) 389-3951
Phone(706) 548-5833
Fax(706) 548-5608
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateJune 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 4, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 4, 2026
✔ NPI 1487682787 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 87580
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1500 OGLETHORPE AVE STE 200A, Athens, GA 30606
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.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

Farris T Johnson Jr. Md 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 ID9537294616
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100315000356
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 9

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
616 services206 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
189 services126 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
158 services69 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
105 services105 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
39 services30 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
36 services36 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Mary's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110006
Location1230 Baxter StreetAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110074
Location1199 Prince AvenueAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30606 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

72.81/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality65.2
Promoting Interoperability78
Improvement Activities40
Cost62.51

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
22 suppliers71 claims199 services$6.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
12 suppliers25 claims40 services$1.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Male external catheter, with or without adhesive, disposable, each A4349
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
1 supplier12 claims420 services$1.78 avg. paid by Medicare
Urinary drainage bag, leg or abdomen, vinyl, with or without tube, with straps, each A4358
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier11 claims22 services$5.70 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$51.48 avg. paid by Medicare
Insulin for administration through dme (i.e., insulin pump) per 50 units J1817
Treatment-Injections and Infusions (nononcologic) · category RI000N
1 supplier13 claims520 services$7.04 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

VASU N MURTHY MD
Family Medicine
1500 OGLETHORPE AVE STE 200A
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 548-5833
ST. MARY'S MEDICAL GROUP, INC.
Family Medicine
1500 OGLETHORPE AVE STE 200A
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 548-5833
ENAKENO A MOKEDI MD
Family Medicine
1500 OGLETHORPE AVE STE 200A
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 548-5833

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Farris Johnson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Farris Johnson is 1487682787. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 28, 2006.

Where is Farris Johnson located?

Farris Johnson practices at 1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 200A, Athens, GA 30606. The listed phone number is (706) 548-5833.

What is Farris Johnson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Farris Johnson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Farris Johnson is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Farris Johnson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of North Carolina and Ambetter of Tennessee list Farris Johnson as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Farris Johnson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Farris Johnson is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital and Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Farris Johnson was last updated on March 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.