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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. 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Root typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
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
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Root typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Denver Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
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Where is Dr. Root's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Root affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Root has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital,Aurora, CO
Ranked Mastectomy
Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital,Aurora, CO
Ranked Mastectomy
Uchealth Highlands Ranch Hospital,Highlands Ranch, CO
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Uchealth Highlands Ranch Hospital,Highlands Ranch, CO
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm,Albuquerque, NMRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm,Albuquerque, NM
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Banner North Colorado Medical Center,Greeley, CO
Banner North Colorado Medical Center,Greeley, CO
Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central,Colorado Springs, CO
Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central,Colorado Springs, CO
Washakie Medical Center,Worland, WY
Washakie Medical Center,Worland, WY
What is Dr. Root's NPI number?A 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.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
Is Dr. Michael Root affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Root is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Uchealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Michael Root?
Please contact Dr. Root's office at (303) 724-6043 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Root's office located?
Dr. Root's offices are located in Aurora, CO and Lakewood, CO.
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