Summary

Dr. Sidney Nelson is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 24 years of experience to patient care. He completed his medical education at Howard University College of Medicine and finished his residency training at York Hospital. Dr. Nelson is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Nelson practices at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore in Baltimore, Maryland, and Howard County General Hospital in Columbia, Maryland, with affiliations to Northwest Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating mood disorders and managing complex drug-related medical situations. He performs specialized drug screening procedures to help diagnose and monitor patients with substance-related conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 24 years of experience
  • 81 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • York Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Sidney Nelson has 2 locations

Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore

2401 W Belvedere AveBaltimore, MD 21215

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Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Iberoamericana School of Medicine Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: University of Maryland School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sidney Nelson

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - HMO
  • Priority Partners - PPO
  • Riverside Health
  • Riverside Health - HMO
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SAMBA
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UCare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sidney Nelson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sidney Nelson has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Sidney Nelson holds an active medical license in the states of Maryland and District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at York Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Nelson's NPI number is 1033152541.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Sidney Nelson speak?
Dr. Sidney Nelson speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Sidney Nelson accepting new patients?
Dr. Sidney Nelson has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Sidney Nelson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sidney Nelson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sidney Nelson affiliated with?
Dr. Sidney Nelson is affiliated with Northwest Hospital.
Where is Dr. Sidney Nelson's office located?
Dr. Sidney Nelson's office is located at 2401 W Belvedere Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21215.

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