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. Dr. Spencer is currently affiliated with Norwood Hospital. Dr. Spencer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spencer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spencer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spencer typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Terri Spencer may include:
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Spencer's office located?
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.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore 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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