About
Dr. Jeffrey A. Johnson, DO earned his medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995. He fulfilled a military service commitment before leaving active duty and relocating to North Alabama in early 2002. He founded North Alabama Internal Medicine in Decatur three years later, in 2005, and has built a long-standing presence in the community since.
Dr. Johnson practices internal medicine with a focus on preventive wellness, chronic disease management, and whole-patient care. He treats a wide range of conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, arthritis, blood disorders, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive decline. He takes patient advocacy seriously, helping coordinate referrals and navigate the broader healthcare system on behalf of his patients. Dr. Johnson is passionate about evidence-based preventive health and regularly covers topics such as cholesterol, cognitive decline, metabolic wellness, and the connection between oral health and systemic disease. He also participates in the Motivated Mondays wellness initiative for his concierge members.
Education & Training
Medical School
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (graduated 1995)
Additional Training
Military service obligation completed prior to moving to North Alabama in 2002
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Johnson right for?
Dr. Johnson suits adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, or kidney disease. Patients who want a long-term relationship with a physician who knows their full history will feel at home here. Older adults and those with geriatric concerns benefit from his experience in that area. Patients who want same-day access and direct communication with their doctor will find the Concierge Choice program a strong fit.
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Internal MedicineFrequently Asked Questions
Dr. Johnson treats a broad range of internal medicine conditions. These include diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, kidney disease, arthritis, blood disorders, cardiovascular disease, neurological conditions, gastrointestinal complaints, and cognitive decline. He also provides geriatric care and evaluates sports injuries.
Yes, Dr. Johnson accepts new patients. The practice sometimes has a wait, so prospective patients should plan ahead when reaching out to schedule.
Dr. Johnson places preventive wellness at the center of his practice. He emphasizes early detection through annual physicals and in-house diagnostics. He is passionate about evidence-based topics such as cholesterol management, cognitive decline prevention, metabolic health, and the link between oral hygiene and systemic disease.
Dr. Johnson graduated from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995. He fulfilled a military service obligation after graduation before relocating to North Alabama in 2002 and founding his practice in 2005.
Yes. Dr. Johnson offers an optional concierge program called Concierge Choice, in partnership with Concierge Choice Physicians. Concierge members receive extended appointments, same-day or next-day access, a direct line to Dr. Johnson including his private cell phone number, and patient advocacy services. The program is entirely optional.
Yes. Dr. Johnson actively advocates for his patients with other providers and manages insurance and referral coordination. Concierge members receive this service as a dedicated benefit, though the practice builds referral relationships into its standard care model as well.
Dr. Johnson runs lab testing, X-rays, bone density scans, and EKGs directly within the practice. Patients handle most routine diagnostics on-site without traveling to another facility.
Concierge Choice members receive Dr. Johnson's private cell phone number for after-hours communication. They also have access to a members-only direct dial number. This level of access is a benefit exclusive to the concierge program.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026