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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sidebottom, Infectious Disease Specialist in Lowell, MA?
Dr. David Sidebottom, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Lowell, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Sidebottom graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Pediatrics. Dr. Sidebottom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sidebottom’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sidebottom’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sidebottom?
Dr. David Sidebottom, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sidebottom empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Parasitic Infections, Viral Infections, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lowell/MA community, Dr. Sidebottom is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sidebottom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Pediatrics
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus | University of Massachusetts Med School
Is Dr. Sidebottom board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Sidebottom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Sidebottom speak?
Dr. Sidebottom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sidebottom treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Sidebottom diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sidebottom. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Staph Blood Poisoning
- E. Coli Sepsis
- Sepsis
- Gram-Negative Sepsis
- MRSA Sepsis
- Staphylococcal Infection
- E. Coli Infection
- Antibiotic Resistance
- MRSA
- Staphylococcus Sepsis
- Staph Infection Sepsis
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Gram-Negative Blood Infection
- Gram-Negative Septicemia
- Methicillin-Resistant Staph Sepsis
- MRSA Blood Infection
- Staph Sepsis (MRSA)
ICD-10 Codes:
- A412: Sepsis due to unspecified staphylococcus
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4159: Other Gram-negative sepsis
- A4102: Sepsis due to Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Subacute Bone Infection in Left Ankle and Foot
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
- Infected bone
- Bone inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
- M86272: Subacute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Vertebral Osteomyelitis
- Infected Spine Bone
- Spine Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4620: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, site unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sidebottom perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Sidebottom may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sidebottom's office.
Does Dr. Sidebottom accept my insurance?
Dr. Sidebottom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sidebottom accept in Lowell, MA?
Dr. Sidebottom in Lowell, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sidebottom's office located?
What is Dr. Sidebottom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sidebottom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174580898.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sidebottom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sidebottom
What is Dr. David Sidebottom's specialty?
Dr. Sidebottom is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Lowell, MA.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Sidebottom to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. David Sidebottom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sidebottom is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is David Sidebottom accepting new patients in Lowell, MA?
Yes, Dr. David Sidebottom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Sidebottom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sidebottom's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Sidebottom?
Please contact Dr. Sidebottom's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Sidebottom have?
Dr. David Sidebottom is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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