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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Atwater, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Portland, OR?
Dr. Lara Atwater, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Atwater is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atwater’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atwater’s office at (503) 681-1050.
What languages does Dr. Atwater speak?
Dr. Atwater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Atwater typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Atwater 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. Atwater. 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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Atwater typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Lara Atwater may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Atwater's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Atwater accept my insurance?
Dr. Atwater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 681-1050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atwater accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Atwater 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
Cambia Health Solutions
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Atwater's office located?
Dr. Lara Atwater's Primary Practice
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 681-1050
What is Dr. Atwater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atwater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366718116.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atwater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atwater
What is Dr. Lara Atwater's specialty?
Dr. Atwater is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Portland, OR.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Lara Atwater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Atwater is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital - Portland, Hillsboro Medical Center, Salem Hospital - Salem, Or, Peacehealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Legacy Meridian Park 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
When to see a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lara Atwater accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Lara Atwater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lara Atwater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atwater's office at (503) 681-1050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lara Atwater?
Please contact Dr. Atwater's office at (503) 681-1050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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