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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spence, Family Medicine Specialist in Traverse City, MI?
Dr. Douglas Spence, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Traverse City, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Spence graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Wi Med Sch, Family Medicine. Dr. Spence is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spence’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spence’s office.
Where did Dr. Spence go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wi Med Sch, Family Medicine | University Of Wi Med School | WISCONSIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Spence board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Spence, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Spence speak?
Dr. Spence and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spence typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Spence 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. Spence. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spence typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Spence may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Spence's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Spence accept my insurance?
Dr. Spence 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. Spence accept in Traverse City, MI?
Dr. Spence in Traverse City, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Spence's office located?
What is Dr. Spence's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790875649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spence?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spence
What is Dr. Douglas Spence's specialty?
Dr. Spence is a Family Medicine Specialist near Traverse City, MI.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Douglas Spence affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spence is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, Corewell Health Butterworth 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 Douglas Spence accepting new patients in Traverse City, MI?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Spence is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Spence offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spence's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Spence?
Please contact Dr. Spence's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Spence have?
Dr. Douglas Spence is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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