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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spencer, Hepatologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Chad Spencer, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Spencer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spencer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spencer’s office at (251) 660-5787.
What languages does Dr. Spencer speak?
Dr. Spencer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Spencer treat?
As a Hepatologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Liver Disease
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
What procedures does Dr. Spencer perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Spencer 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Spencer accept my insurance?
Dr. Spencer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 660-5787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spencer accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Spencer in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lowes
Medicare
State of Alabama
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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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 1619400090.
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. Chad Spencer's specialty?
Dr. Spencer is a Hepatologist near Birmingham, AL. Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case. Contact Dr. Spencer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chad Spencer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spencer is affiliated with UAB 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
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Is Chad Spencer accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Chad Spencer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chad Spencer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office at (251) 660-5787 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chad Spencer?
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office at (251) 660-5787 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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