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Dr. Max Root, MD

Physiatrist

Provo, UT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Root, Physiatrist in Provo, UT?

    Dr. Max Root, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Provo, UT. Dr. Root graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Root is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Root’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Root’s office at (435) 656-8800.

    Where did Dr. Root go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Root speak?

    Dr. Root and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • German
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Root typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Multiple Joint Arthritis
    • Polyarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Disc Disease
    • Neck Disc Problems
    • Slipped Disc in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5090: Cervical disc disorder, unspecified, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Root typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Max Root may include:

    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 (435) 656-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Root accept in Provo, UT?

    Dr. Root in Provo, UT 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

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Root's office located?

    Dr. Max Root's Primary Practice

    1055 N 500 W

    Provo, UT 84604

    (435) 656-8800

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    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 1295725380.

    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. Max Root's specialty?

    Dr. Root is a Physiatrist near Provo, UT.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Max Root affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Root is affiliated with St. George Regional 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Max Root accepting new patients in Provo, UT?

    Yes, Dr. Max Root is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Max Root offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Root's office at (435) 656-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Max Root?

    Please contact Dr. Root's office at (435) 656-8800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Root's office located?

    Dr. Root's office is located in Provo, UT.