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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spear, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Altus, OK?
Dr. David Spear, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Altus, OK with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Spear is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spear’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spear’s office.
Is Dr. Spear board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Spear, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Spear speak?
Dr. Spear and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Spear treat?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Threatened Miscarriage
- Miscarriage
- Threatened Spontaneous Abortion
- Signs of Miscarriage
- Early Pregnancy Bleeding with Risk of Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- O200: Threatened abortion
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Which procedures does Dr. Spear perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Spear may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Spear's office.
Does Dr. Spear accept my insurance?
Dr. Spear 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. Spear accept in Altus, OK?
Dr. Spear in Altus, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Spear's office located?
What is Dr. Spear's NPI number?An 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 1528002466.
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. David Spear's specialty?
Dr. Spear is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Altus, OK. 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. Contact Dr. Spear to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Spear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spear is affiliated with Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Comanche County Memorial Hospital, United Regional Healthcare System, Texas Health Denton 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is David Spear accepting new patients in Altus, OK?
Yes, Dr. David Spear is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Spear offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spear's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Spear?
Please contact Dr. Spear's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Spear have?
Dr. David Spear is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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