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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spencer, Neurologist in Portland, OR?
Dr. David Spencer, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Spencer graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Clinical Neurophysiology; Stanford Univ Hosp, Neurology; Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Spencer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spencer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spencer’s office at (503) 494-7772.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Spencer?
Dr. David Spencer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Spencer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Portland, OR community, Dr. Spencer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Spencer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Clinical Neurophysiology; Stanford Univ Hosp, Neurology; Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Kaiser Permanente Med Center | Oregon Health & Science University Program
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Spencer board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. David Spencer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Spencer speak?
Dr. Spencer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Spencer typically treat?
As a Neurologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Simple Partial Seizures
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Focal Aware Seizures
- Aura Seizures
- Symptomatic Partial Seizures
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40109: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Dysfunction
- Brain Condition
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9349: Other encephalopathy
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Spencer typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Spencer 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
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Spencer accept my insurance?
Dr. Spencer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-7772 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spencer accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Spencer in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advanced Health
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Spencer's office located?
Dr. David Spencer's Primary Practice
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 494-7772
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 1962419895.
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. David Spencer's specialty?
Dr. Spencer is a Neurologist near Portland, OR.
What does a Neurologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. David Spencer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spencer is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital - Portland 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurologist. 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 David Spencer accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. David Spencer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Spencer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office at (503) 494-7772 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Spencer?
Please contact Dr. Spencer's office at (503) 494-7772 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Spencer have?
Dr. David Spencer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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