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Dr. Elizabeth Spina, DO

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Rochester, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Spina, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Elizabeth Spina, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY. Dr. Spina is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spina’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spina’s office at (585) 922-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Spina speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Spina typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Spina 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. Spina. 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:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Childhood Stuttering
    • Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment
    • Developmental Stuttering
    • Childhood Fluency Disorder
    • Speech Disfluency in Children
    • Language Production Disorder
    • Verbal Expression Difficulty
    • Speech Output Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
    • F8081: Childhood onset fluency disorder
    • F801: Expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty with Skilled Movements
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Motor planning disorder
    • Trouble with voluntary movements
    • Dyspraxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R482: Apraxia

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Spina typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Spina performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Spina. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Spina accept my insurance?

    Dr. Spina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 922-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Spina accept in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Spina in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independent Health Association

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Spina's office located?

    Dr. Elizabeth Spina's Primary Practice

    1425 Portland Ave

    Rochester, NY 14621

    (585) 922-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Spina affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Spina has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Spina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356879779.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spina?

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

    What is Dr. Elizabeth Spina's specialty?

    Dr. Spina is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Rochester, NY.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Elizabeth Spina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Spina is affiliated with Rochester General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Dr. Elizabeth Spina accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Spina is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elizabeth Spina offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Spina's office at (585) 922-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elizabeth Spina?

    Please contact Dr. Spina's office at (585) 922-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Spina's office located?

    Dr. Spina's office is located in Rochester, NY.