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David Spence, PA-C

David Spence, PA-C
Primary Care Physician Assistant
Specialties
Internal Medicine - Primary Care
General information
Gender: Male
Language: Interpreter Services Available, English
Not Accepting New Patients
UVM Health
Offers Video Visits

About Me

As an internal medicine physician assistant at University of Vermont Medical Center, I value providing high-quality care and building relationships with patients over time. With each patient, I am careful to provide clear medical explanations so they can understand their health conditions and be actively involved with their overall care.

Experience

Education & Training
Master of Science Northeastern University - Physician Assistant
Bachelor of Arts/Artium Baccalaureus College of the Atlantic - Human Ecology
Board Certifications

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants - Physician Assistant

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Insurance Accepted

Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. For behavioral health services, coverage may differ from medical benefits — even if your insurance plan is accepted. All patients are encouraged to contact their insurer to confirm coverage before scheduling.

Adult Primary Care - Essex, University of Vermont Medical Center
  • Aetna
  • Anthem (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield) (HMO only)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / FEP / CBA (includes Dental)
  • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
  • Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
  • Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
  • Delta Dental
  • Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange products)
  • First Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
  • Medicare*
  • MVP (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange)
  • Optum Rx
  • POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
  • St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
  • The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
  • TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
  • TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
  • United HealthCare – The Empire Plan (excludes Carelon Behavioral Health)
  • United HealthCare (excludes United / Optum Behavioral Health)
  • Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
  • Workers' Comp (VT and NY)

*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.

Last Updated: 5/28/2026

Patient Ratings & Comments

123 ratings

Most Recent Comments

  • Great team to have take care of you during the procedure
  • David was awesome. He spent time with me, answering my questions and followed up on Sunday to make sure I didn't have any side effects from the medication.
  • David was very good. You should give him a raise.
  • Dr. Spence is an afable, caring and wonderful professional
  • Provider was extremely helpful and helped me address my acute issue in the context of an existing chronic issue as well as looking for ways to Identify the cause of the chronic issue, looking at the whole picture. Exceptional care, communication and willingness to help. Thank you!
  • David and the team at Essex are awesome. Very thorough and timely
  • Great
  • David Spence provides excellent care, explanations and advice. He is thorough and listens well to ensure my health needs are addressed.
  • Dr. Spence is the absolute best doctor I've had in my entire life. He is patient, understanding, kind and overall cares deeply about his patients. He is a great listener and he remembers exactly who I am each time I have an appointment. I have so much trust being in his care.
  • He has been my Doctor for at least 25 years. He's been the greatest forever. There is nobody better. I consider him my friend!!!
  • David has always been extremely pleasant and easy to talk with. Shows real concern and lays out all the options available. I would highly recommend David to others.
  • I've never had a bad experience with my care provider kind considerate bedside manner is impeccable
  • Too bad David Spence cannot be cloned. He is an excellent primary care provider. He"s smart, he listens, answers all my questions, is professional and respectful.
  • David Spence is fantastic. He listens closely, asks great follow up questions, and gives thoughtful options. He cares, and it shows.
  • David Spence is the BEST! He truly cares deeply about his patients. He's kind. Very knowledgeable. Listens well. Is friendly. Is able to address each and every aspect of a visit.
  • Dr. Spense was wonderful, thorough, explained med options and benefits/risks of each, recommended dosing to minimize risks and set up a Plan B for if I did not feel better over the weekend. Exactly what I needed.
  • Outstanding, Very Professional.
  • It was my first time meeting David Spence. He was so warm and caring. He is an excellent care provider.
  • I have recommended David Spence to others several times. He is the best!
  • He is a busy man.
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