24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spero, Diagnostic Radiologist in Arlington Heights, IL?
Where did Dr. Spero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Neuroradiology; In Univ Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology | McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University Program
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Spero board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Spero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Spero speak?
Dr. Spero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Spero typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Spero 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. Spero. 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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
- Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Spero typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Spero 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. Spero. 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:
- 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. Spero accept my insurance?
Dr. Spero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 618-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spero accept in Arlington Heights, IL?
Dr. Spero in Arlington Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CommuniCare Health Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Spero's office located?
Northwest Community Hospital / Radiology Departmen
800 W Central Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 618-1000
What hospitals are Dr. Spero affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Spero has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Spero's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164424933.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spero