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Dr. Donnie Spencer, MD

Dr. Donnie Spencer, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Spencer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Donnie Spencer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Spencer completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Spencer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spencer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spencer’s office at (202) 269-7001.

    Where did Dr. Spencer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine | Howard University Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Spencer speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spencer typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Tooth Problems
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Dental Issues
    • Tooth Ailments
    • Oral Health Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Drug Abuse
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Substance Abuse
    • Drug Addiction
    • Substance Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1910: Other psychoactive substance abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spencer typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Donnie 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 (202) 269-7001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Spencer accept in Washington, DC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Not Specified

    • Riverside Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Spencer's office located?

    Dr. Donnie Spencer's Primary Practice

    1150 Varnum St NE

    Washington, DC 20017

    (202) 269-7001

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    Dr. Donnie Spencer's Practice 2

    2041 Georgia Ave NW Ste I-400

    Washington, DC 20060

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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 1225063084.

    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. Donnie Spencer's specialty?

    Dr. Spencer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Spencer is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Donnie Spencer accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

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

    Does Dr. Donnie Spencer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Spencer's office at (202) 269-7001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donnie Spencer?

    Please contact Dr. Spencer's office at (202) 269-7001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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