Summary

Orthopedic spine surgery is the focus of Dr. David Spencer's practice, with over 55 years of experience treating back pain during pregnancy, back pain in children and teens, and lumbar pain. He performs foraminotomy and lumbar laminectomy and is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois.

Dr. Spencer earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center. He sees patients in Park Ridge, Illinois, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Spencer 4.1 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 55 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
  • 18 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. David Lee Spencer has 2 locations

The Spine Center

1875 Dempster St Ste 425Park Ridge, IL 60068
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

1775 Dempster StPark Ridge, IL 60068

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55 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Polish, Spanish Speaks English, Polish, Spanish Speaks English
Park Ridge , ILElk Grove Village , ILElk Grove Village , ILRockford , IL
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Lee Spencer

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Advocate Health Care - HMO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Dean Health Plan - POS
  • Devoted Health
  • GEHA - PPO
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Lee Spencer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Lee Spencer has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Cancer
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Spinal Stenosis

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Dr. David Lee Spencer holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 1971.

NPI Number

Dr. Spencer's NPI number is 1275678716.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. David Spencer accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. David Spencer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. David Spencer accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. David Spencer speak?
Dr. David Spencer speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Spencer?
You can find contact information for Dr. David Spencer here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Spencer affiliated with?
Dr. David Spencer is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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