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Dr. Meagan Spear, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Gulfport, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Spear, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Meagan Spear, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS. Dr. Spear is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spear’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spear’s office at (228) 575-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Spear speak?

    Dr. Spear and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spear typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Spear typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Meagan Spear may include:

    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 (228) 575-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Spear accept in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Spear in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Spear's office located?

    Dr. Meagan Spear's Primary Practice

    4500 13th St

    Gulfport, MS 39501

    (228) 575-2000

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    What is Dr. Spear's NPI number?A 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 1427580570.

    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. Meagan Spear's specialty?

    Dr. Spear is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Gulfport, MS.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Meagan Spear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Spear is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Memorial Hospital Stone County, Singing River Gulfport, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Meagan Spear accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Meagan Spear is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Meagan Spear offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Spear's office at (228) 575-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Meagan Spear?

    Please contact Dr. Spear's office at (228) 575-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Spear's office located?

    Dr. Spear's office is located in Gulfport, MS.