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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Root, Pediatrician in Shorewood, IL?
Dr. Matthew Root, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Shorewood, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Root is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Root’s office at (708) 352-4448.
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 Pediatrician like Dr. Root typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Infectious Disease Screening
- Health Screening
- Broad infection check
- General parasite screening
- Unspecified infectious disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z119: Encounter for screening for infectious and parasitic diseases, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Root typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Root may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Root's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Root accept my insurance?
Dr. Root accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 352-4448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Root accept in Shorewood, IL?
Dr. Root in Shorewood, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Root's office located?
Dr. Matthew Root's Primary Practice
700 W Jefferson St
Shorewood, IL 60404
(708) 352-4448
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 1356835284.
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. Matthew Root's specialty?
Dr. Root is a Pediatrician near Shorewood, IL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Matthew Root affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Root is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Matthew Root accepting new patients in Shorewood, IL?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Root is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Root offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Root's office at (708) 352-4448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Root?
Please contact Dr. Root's office at (708) 352-4448 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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