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Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD

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(190 Ratings)

Specializes in: Neurology (Brain & Spinal Cord Disease)

Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine (1995)

Professional interests include: depression, thyroid problems, tremors, and more.

5050 Northeast Hoyt Street Suite 315
Portland, OR 97213

(503) 215-8580

Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD is a neurologist in Portland, OR specializing in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). She graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine in 1995 and has 31 years of experience. Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD is affiliated with Providence and Providence Medical Group - Oregon.

Office Locations

5050 Northeast Hoyt Street Suite 315
Portland, OR 97213

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Some issues Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD can help you with:

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
Unusual sleep or eating habits
Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Physical aches and pains
Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2012 were diagnostic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, injections and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	116
doctor visit	365
hospital care	12
injections	89
inpatient care	12
minimally invasive procedures	89

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

airway management	11
diagnostic procedures	26
doctor visit	401
hospital care	27
injections	69
inpatient care	27
minimally invasive procedures	69
sleep study	11

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	171

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	243
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	91
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	32
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2013

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	26
Dementia	21
Cancer	6

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, injections and electroencephalography (EEG).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	322
electroencephalography (EEG)	15
injections	49
minimally invasive procedures	49

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	165

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	223
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	69
85 and over	24
Less than 65	81

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2014

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	24
Dementia	25
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	323
injections	29
minimally invasive procedures	29

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	174
Female	252

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	382
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	146
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	40
Less than 65	136

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2015

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	22
Dementia	24
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	320

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	131

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	176
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	82
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	15
Less than 65	60

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2016

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	27
Dementia	18
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	380
injections	30
minimally invasive procedures	30

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	139

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	182
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	12
Less than 65	71

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2017

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	18
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, injections and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	16
doctor visit	376
injections	36
minimally invasive procedures	36

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	82
Female	130

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	189
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	24
Less than 65	56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2018

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	26
Dementia	27
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	395
injections	48
minimally invasive procedures	48

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	190
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	14
Less than 65	53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2019

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	24
Dementia	20
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	322
injections	50
minimally invasive procedures	50

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	122

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	181
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	19
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2020

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	22
Dementia	21
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, injections and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	390
injections	125
minimally invasive procedures	125

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	129

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	181
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	97
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	15
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2021

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	16
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, injections and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	59
injections	40
minimally invasive procedures	40

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	19
Female	41

**Age**
From 65 to 74	26
From 75 to 84	18
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2022

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2023 were minimally invasive procedures, injections and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	22
doctor visit	30
injections	47
minimally invasive procedures	47

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	38

**Age**
From 65 to 74	27
From 75 to 84	17
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2023

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	19
Dementia	0
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR during 2024 were minimally invasive procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

injections	61
minimally invasive procedures	61

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	27

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	14
85 and over	0
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD in 2024

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated as a neurologist in Portland, OR were minimally invasive procedures, injections, diagnostic procedures and hospital care.

airway management	11
blood draw	16
diagnostic procedures	39
doctor visit	306
electroencephalography (EEG)	15
hospital care	19
injections	56
inpatient care	19
minimally invasive procedures	56
sleep study	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD.

**Gender**
Female	113
Male	68

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	149
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	15
75 to 84	46
Less than 65	48
65 to 74	68

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Cancer	7
Dementia	14

Education & Training

Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine in 1995. She completed residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has a state license in Oregon.

Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine (1995)

Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Licensed In: Oregon

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: First Choice Health, TRICARE Prime, TRICARE For Life, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA Open Access Plus, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, CHAMPVA, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, Providence, Regence, US Family Health Plan, Tricare West, Medicare AB, Aetna PROV Employee POS, Tricare Select, Moda Connexus Network, Age Right Marquis Advantage and Samaritan Health Plan Med Advantage.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

First Choice Health

TRICARE Prime

TRICARE For Life

CIGNA PPO

CIGNA Open Access Plus

United Healthcare

Medicaid

Blue Cross/Blue Shield

CHAMPVA

United Healthcare PPO

United Healthcare POS

Providence

Regence

US Family Health Plan

Tricare West

Medicare AB

Aetna PROV Employee POS

Tricare Select

Moda Connexus Network

Age Right Marquis Advantage

Samaritan Health Plan Med Advantage

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.97 out of 5 stars based on 190 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Portland, OR.

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Overall Rating: 4.0 2026-03-27

Patient verified via Press Ganey

I see Dr. Sax for Botox, she is always professional, informational, and kind. She takes the time to listen to any concerns that I have and explains things in a way that I can understand. Even though she is not my normal neurologist and only administers Botox, she has been a life saver!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-04-19

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr Sax was very professional and compassionate in describing procedure and delivering the treatment. I found her confidence instilling. I'll see her again, next apt scheduled at the first. She put me at ease, and my results have been exactly as she instructed me to expect.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-01-23

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Thorough, courteous, professional, explained things in language appropirate to my level of understanding (I'm an MD) but did not use jargon, answered questions thoughtfully. Adapted well to fact that I am hard of hearing. I was very impressed.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-05-20

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Hello, I've been a patient of Providence for years and have been very happy with all the doctors that i have meet. My neurologist Dr. sax, is very nice, profesional and cares very much about her patines.Thanks

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-12-18

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Sax takes her time to explain what she will do at the appointment as well as things that I should consider or keep in mind for next time. I appreciate the proactive approach to my care

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-04-08

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr Sax listens to my health concerns and always asks me questions for my health issues. Great bedside manners. I'm glad I see her as my provider

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-01-24

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Tracy was and has always been a huge blessing for me. She takes her time, and walks me through all my questions. I look forward to seeing her.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-04-19

Patient verified via Press Ganey

The provider was kind and listened to my concerns. I definitely feel confident with her and hope to continue to see her for my treatment.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-11-24

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Sax is a friendly and highly impressive doctor. She's knowledgeable and professional. I couldn't have asked for a better doctor.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-06-22

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Dr. Sax is the best! Great listener & encourager! Empathetic and very knowledgeable, a rare combination sometimes in neurology!

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Tracy Williams Sax, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Biogen Idec Inc.	$94 AVONEX $57	TECFIDERA $37
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$30 TROKENDI XR $30
Allergan Inc.	$20 BOTOX $20
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$18 COPAXONE $18
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$16 APTIOM $16
Other	$55 Radicava $13	Aimovig $12	ONZETRA Xsail $11	UBRELVY $11	SPRITAM $8

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$147
Education	$87

Biography

Dr. Tracy Sax is a neurology (brain & spinal cord disease) specialist in Portland, OR. On average, patients gave her a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Sax's clinical interests include thoracic outlet syndrome, visual evoked potential test, and thyroid problems. She accepts several insurance carriers, including Regence, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and United Healthcare POS. After attending Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, Dr. Sax completed her residency training at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Providence Hospital, Southfield. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include Providence Portland Medical Center and Providence St. Vincent Medical Center. She has an open panel in Portland, OR according to Doctor.com.