Summary

Dr. Simon Best treats vocal cord dysfunction, voice problems, and dysphagia, and performs CT scans, at-home sleep studies, and bedside swallow exams. They practice otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and have 20 years of experience, with an affiliation at The Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Dr. Best earned their medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and sees patients in Bethesda, Lutherville, and Baltimore, Maryland. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Best 4.75 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 20 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • Yale University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Simon Roderick Alfred Best has 4 locations

Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

10803 Falls Rd Ste 2500Lutherville, MD 21093

Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

4940 Eastern Ave OfcBaltimore, MD 21224

Levi Watkins, Jr., M.D., Outpatient Center

601 North Caroline Street Floor 6Baltimore, MD 21287

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20 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 71 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Bethesda , MDStafford , VAAlexandria , VAFalls Church , VA
Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: Med Fak Der Univ Erlangen
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Simon Roderick Alfred Best

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Priority Partners
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Security Life
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Maryland Health Partners

Medical Specialties

Simon Roderick Alfred Best has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Simon Roderick Alfred Best has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Simon Roderick Alfred Best holds an expired medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Yale University School Of Medicine in 2006.

NPI Number

Simon Roderick Alfred Best's NPI number is 1578602603.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon Best accepting new patients?
Simon Best is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Simon Best's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Simon Best?
You can find contact information for Simon Best here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Simon Best affiliated with?
Simon Best is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Where is Simon Best's office located?
Simon Best's office is located at 6420 Rockledge Dr Ste 4920, Bethesda, MD, 20817.
Does Simon Best accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Simon Best accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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