Karen Root, NP
Root Nurse Practitioner
1174949507Is Karen Root, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Karen Root, NP has a trust score of 77/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Seattle. With 12 years of practice (above the local average of 11), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Root's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general nurse practitioner?
Nurse practitioners are advanced-practice registered nurses who assess, diagnose, and treat patients, and in many states prescribe independently.
When to see one: For primary and specialty care depending on their focus.
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- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Seattle, WA
Seattle has 2498 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 11 years in practice, and 782 focused on nurse practitioner. Washington nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission, whose public record covers license status, discipline, legal actions.
Peer Comparison
12
Years practicing
11
Avg in Seattle
2498
Nurse Practitioners in Seattle
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Root's license is active and unrestricted with the Washington board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Karen Root, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Karen Root, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1174949507) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Karen Root, NP?
Karen Root, NP has approximately 12 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Seattle has about 11 years. There are 2498 nurse practitioners in Seattle, including 782 with a nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Karen Root, NP located?
Karen Root, NP practices at Root Nurse Practitioner, 1959 NE PACIFIC ST, Seattle, WA 98195. Phone: (206) 520-5000.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission, whose official record verifies license status, discipline, legal actions. Check Root's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Female
- NPI Since
- 03/10/2014