Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spencer, Neurologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Nicole Spencer, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Spencer completed her residency at Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago. Dr. Spencer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spencer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spencer’s office.
Where did Dr. Spencer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Illinois at Chicago Hospital, Chicago, Illinois
Residency: Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago
Medical School: University of Louisville Hospital - University of Louisville Health Care, Kentucky
Is Dr. Spencer board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Spencer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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 Neurologist like Dr. Spencer typically treat?
As a Neurologist, 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Spencer typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicole Spencer may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spencer accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Spencer in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of Illinois
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 1518123520.
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. Nicole Spencer's specialty?
Dr. Spencer is a Neurologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Nicole Spencer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spencer is affiliated with Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Resurrection 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
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Is Nicole Spencer accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Spencer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Spencer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Spencer?
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicole Spencer have?
Dr. Nicole Spencer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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