26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Root, Internist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Leslie Root, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Root graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Root is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Root’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Root’s office at (503) 413-8407.
Where did Dr. Root go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Legacy Emanuel Hospital and Health Center Program
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Root board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Leslie Root, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Root speak?
Dr. Root and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Root typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Root diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Root. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Root typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Root performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Root. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Root accept my insurance?
Dr. Root accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 413-8407 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Root accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Root in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AMA Insurance Services
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of Oregon
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Root's office located?
Dr. Leslie Root's Primary Practice
8329 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy
Portland, OR 97225
(503) 413-8407
What is Dr. Root's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Root's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831167907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Root?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Root
What is Dr. Leslie Root's specialty?
Dr. Root is a Internist near Portland, OR.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Leslie Root affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Root is affiliated with Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center, Adventist Health Portland, Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Leslie Root accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Leslie Root is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leslie Root offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Root's office at (503) 413-8407 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leslie Root?
Please contact Dr. Root's office at (503) 413-8407 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leslie Root have?
Dr. Leslie Root is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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