Alfred Carl Spitzer, LLP

Addiction (Substance Use Disorder)

Counselor

Alfred Carl Spitzer is an Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) specialist based in Westland, MI with over 51 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(734) 425-0636Westland, MI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across MI can see Alfred Carl Spitzer, LLP in person in Westland or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 51+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Westland area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, high cholesterol, and bipolar disorder (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Michigan
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 20 Counselor providers in MISee all Counselor in Westland51+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 255dNPPES updated 2025-09-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

8623 N Wayne Rd Ste 310, Westland, MI 48185

Fax: (734) 425-4771
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Michigan.

MIPS Score

2023

100/100

Michigan avg: 85.2 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Michigan

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

30

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Mood Disorders, High Cholesterol, and Bipolar Disorder.

Mood Disorders
73%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-17%)53%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here

Bipolar Disorder
53%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-30%)40%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-30%) — less common here

Depression
Higher than avg (+8%)40%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+3%)37%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.60 / 1.00

Moderate vulnerability

He practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.

Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.

Patient Reviews

No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Alfred Carl Spitzer, your feedback helps other patients.

Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →

Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. 51 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

CounselorAddiction (Substance Use Disorder) in WestlandBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers

Definition to come...

Taxonomy: 101YA0400X

Virtual Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) Care With Alfred Carl Spitzer

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Alfred Carl Spitzer for mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management, bipolar management — no travel to Westland required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alfred Carl Spitzer

Dr. Spitzer is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Westland, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 425-0636.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

Is this your profile?

Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.

Claim Profile

Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.

Related Providers

Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) in Michigan

See all