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Dr. Mackenzie Spear
Bowling Green, KY
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spear, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Bowling Green, KY?
Dr. Mackenzie Spear is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bowling Green, KY. Dr. Spear is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spear’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spear’s office at (270) 746-9300.
What languages does Dr. Spear speak?
Dr. Spear and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spear typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Spear 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. Spear. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements
- PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia
- On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spear typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mackenzie Spear may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Spear's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Spear accept my insurance?
Dr. Spear accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 746-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spear accept in Bowling Green, KY?
Dr. Spear in Bowling Green, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Spear's office located?
Dr. Mackenzie Spear's Primary Practice
5872 Scottsville Rd
Bowling Green, KY 42104
(270) 746-9300
What is Dr. Spear's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538932959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spear?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spear
What is Dr. Mackenzie Spear's specialty?
Dr. Spear is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Bowling Green, KY.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Mackenzie Spear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spear is affiliated with The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family 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 Mackenzie Spear accepting new patients in Bowling Green, KY?
No, Dr. Mackenzie Spear is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mackenzie Spear offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spear's office at (270) 746-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mackenzie Spear?
Please contact Dr. Spear's office at (270) 746-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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