Deborah E. Spinks

Clinical Psychologist

550 HARRISON ST, Syracuse, NY 13202

Medicare Accepted

20+ Years Experience

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550 HARRISON ST, Syracuse, NY 13202

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Specialty

Clinical Psychologist Specialists

Coverage

Medicare + 2 Networks

Telehealth

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About Deborah E. Spinks

Background and practice information

Deborah E. Spinks is a psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Syracuse, NY area. She completed her medical training at Other and has been in practice since 2006. She currently practices at Suny Health Science Center At Syracuse.

Deborah E. Spinks has received a strong quality rating of 86.5 out of 100 from Medicare's quality assessment program, reflecting a commitment to evidence-based care. Deborah E. Spinks is in-network with 2 insurance providers, including Aetna, Medicare. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with her office before scheduling an appointment.

At a Glance

GenderFemale

Experience20+ years

MedicareAccepted

TelehealthNot available

Education

Medical SchoolOther

Graduated2006

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Practice Locations

1 location

Suny Health Science Center At Syracuse

Primary

550 Harrison St

Syracuse, NY 13202

(315) 464-8093

Affiliations

Hospital and facility affiliations

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL S U N Y HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER

Hospital · SYRACUSE, NY

Suny Health Science Center At Syracuse

Group Practice · SYRACUSE, NY

Insurance Networks

Accepted insurance plans and networks

Deborah E. Spinks accepts 6 plans from 2 insurers, including Aetna, Medicare.

Aetna

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Aetna HMOHMO

Aetna Open Access Elect ChoiceOAP

AHF PPOPPO

Open Access Aetna Health Network OnlyOAP

Open ChoicePPO

Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance and patient safety measures

High Performing

CMS Quality Score · Out of 100

Dr. Spinks received a quality score of 86.5 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), which evaluates psychologists on clinical quality, patient safety, and use of health information technology. A score above 75 is considered high-performing by CMS standards. This score reflects Dr. Spinks's commitment to maintaining strong standards of care for patients in Syracuse, NY.

78.9

Clinical Quality

78.9/100

Measures the quality of care provided based on clinical outcomes and patient safety

50.6

Cost Efficiency

50.6/100

Evaluates how efficiently healthcare resources are used while maintaining quality

100.0

Health IT Adoption

100.0/100

Measures adoption of electronic health records and patient access to health information

40.0

Care Improvement

40.0/40

Reflects participation in activities that improve clinical practice and patient engagement

Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System

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About Clinical Psychologist

Specialty overview and common conditions

A clinical psychologist is a doctoral-level mental health professional who specializes in assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health disorders, emotional difficulties, and behavioral problems. Unlike psychiatrists, clinical psychologists do not prescribe medication (with limited exceptions in...

Common conditions treated by clinical psychologist specialists:

Major Depressive Disorder
Anxiety Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Learn more about clinical psychologist specialists

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Deborah E. Spinks

Does Spinks accept Medicare?

Yes, Spinks accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Spinks and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.

What insurance does Spinks accept?

Spinks is in-network with 2 insurance providers, including Aetna, Medicare. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Spinks's office before scheduling.

Does Spinks offer telehealth or virtual appointments?

Spinks does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other clinical psychologist providers in Syracuse who offer telehealth.

What conditions does Spinks treat?

As a clinical psychologist specialist, Spinks commonly treats conditions including major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd), obsessive-compulsive disorder (ocd), personality disorders, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.

What is Spinks's quality rating?

Spinks has received a strong quality score of 86.5 out of 100 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS). This score reflects performance across quality measures, promoting interoperability, improvement activities, and cost efficiency.

Where did Spinks go to medical school?

Spinks completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 2006, bringing over 20 years of clinical experience.

Where is Spinks's office located?

Spinks practices at 550 HARRISON ST, Syracuse, NY 13202 at SUNY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SYRACUSE. You can reach the office by calling (315) 464-8093.

How do I make an appointment with Spinks?

To schedule an appointment with Spinks, call the office at (315) 464-8093. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.

Data source: CMS National Provider Registry · Last updated: May 2026