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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Root, Pulmonologist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Michael Root, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. 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 (303) 724-6043.
What languages does Dr. Root speak?
Dr. Root and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Root treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Which procedures does Dr. Root perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Root may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Root's office.
Does Dr. Root accept my insurance?
Dr. Root accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 724-6043 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Root accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Root in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Denver Health Medical Plan
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Root's office located?
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 1609370071.
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. Michael Root's specialty?
Dr. Root is a Pulmonologist near Aurora, CO. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Root to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Root affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Root is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michael Root accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Michael Root is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Root offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Root's office at (303) 724-6043 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Root?
Please contact Dr. Root's office at (303) 724-6043 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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