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Who is Dr. Spears, Neurologist in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Christopher Spears, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Spears is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spears’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spears’s office at (734) 936-9010.
What languages does Dr. Spears speak?
Dr. Spears and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Spears treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Spears 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. Spears. 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:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Involuntary Movements', 'PD with Dyskinesia', 'Movement Disorder with Parkinson's
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20B1: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Orofacial Dystonia
- Genetic Dystonia
- Dystonia
- Dystonia 6
- Early-onset isolated dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
- Facial Muscle Spasms
- Jaw Dystonia
- Mouth Dystonia
- Hereditary Dystonia
- Torsion Dystonia
- Early-Onset Dystonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
- G244: Idiopathic orofacial dystonia
- G241: Genetic torsion dystonia
Also known as:
- Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
- Tremor
- PSP
- Steele-Richardson-Olszewski Syndrome
- Progressive Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G231: Progressive supranuclear ophthalmoplegia [Steele-Richardson-Olszewski]
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Dry Mouth
- Salivary Gland Disorder
- Xerostomia
- Lack of Saliva
- Saliva Production Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K117: Disturbances of salivary secretion
Also known as:
- Conversion Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder
- Psychosomatic Motor Symptoms
- Stress-Induced Paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F444: Conversion disorder with motor symptom or deficit
Also known as:
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- Huntington's Disease
- Huntington Chorea
- HD
- Genetic Brain Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G10: Huntington's disease
Also known as:
- Slurred or Unclear Speech
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Dysarthria
- Anarthria
- Difficulty articulating words
ICD-10 Codes:
- R471: Dysarthria and anarthria
Also known as:
- Corticobasal Degeneration
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- CBD
- Corticobasal Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3185: Corticobasal degeneration
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Which procedures does Dr. Spears perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Spears may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Spears' office.
Does Dr. Spears accept my insurance?
Dr. Spears accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 936-9010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spears accept in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Spears in Ann Arbor, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
Humana
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Spears' office located?
Dr. Christopher Spears' Primary Practice
1500 E Medical Center Dr Fl 3
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
(734) 936-9010
What is Dr. Spears's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spears's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619233715.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spears?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spears
What is Dr. Christopher Spears's specialty?
Dr. Spears is a Neurologist near Ann Arbor, MI.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Spears to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Christopher Spears affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spears is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Mymichigan Medical Center Midland 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
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Is Christopher Spears accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Spears is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Spears offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spears's office at (734) 936-9010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Spears?
Please contact Dr. Spears's office at (734) 936-9010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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