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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spencer, Cardiologist in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Joshua Spencer, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Spencer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spencer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spencer’s office.
Is Dr. Spencer board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Spencer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Cardiologist, 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Spencer perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joshua Spencer may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Spencer's office.
Does Dr. Spencer accept my insurance?
Dr. Spencer 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. Spencer accept in Wilmington, NC?
Dr. Spencer in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1659597169.
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. Joshua Spencer's specialty?
Dr. Spencer is a Cardiologist near Wilmington, NC. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Spencer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joshua Spencer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spencer is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Joshua Spencer accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Spencer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Spencer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Spencer?
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Spencer have?
Dr. Joshua Spencer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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