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Dr. Terri Spencer, MD

Dr. Terri Spencer, MD

Brighton, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Spencer, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Brighton, MA?

    Dr. Terri Spencer, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brighton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Spencer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spencer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spencer’s office at (508) 427-3000.

    Is Dr. Spencer board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Terri Spencer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Spencer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Spencer treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Spencer 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. Spencer. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Which procedures does Dr. Spencer perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Terri Spencer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Spencer's office.

    Does Dr. Spencer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Spencer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 427-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Spencer accept in Brighton, MA?

    Dr. Spencer in Brighton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Pointe

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Spencer's office located?

    Dr. Terri Spencer's Primary Practice

    736 Cambridge St

    Brighton, MA 02135

    (508) 427-3000

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    Dr. Terri Spencer's Practice 2

    800 Washington St

    Norwood, MA 02062

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    Dr. Terri Spencer's Practice 3

    88 Washington St

    Taunton, MA 02780

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    What is Dr. Spencer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Spencer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568496222.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spencer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spencer

    What is Dr. Terri Spencer's specialty?

    Dr. Spencer is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Brighton, MA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Spencer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Terri Spencer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Spencer is affiliated with Boston Medical Center - South, Boston 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Terri Spencer accepting new patients in Brighton, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Terri Spencer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Terri Spencer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Spencer's office at (508) 427-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Terri Spencer?

    Please contact Dr. Spencer's office at (508) 427-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Terri Spencer have?

    Dr. Terri Spencer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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