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Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD

Baltimore, MD

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nichols, Pediatrician in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Nichols graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Nichols is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nichols’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nichols’s office.

    Where did Dr. Nichols go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Pediatrics | Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Nichols board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Nichols, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Nichols speak?

    Dr. Nichols and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nichols typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Nichols 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. Nichols. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
    • Long-term Child Feeding Problem
    • Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
    • Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic

    Also known as:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Delayed Child Development
    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental delay
    • Slow development in children
    • Milestone delays
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R620: Delayed milestone in childhood
    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Posture
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Poor Posture
    • Postural Imbalance
    • Stooped Posture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R293: Abnormal posture

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Other Acquired Head Deformity
    • Head shape change
    • Deformed head
    • Acquired skull deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M952: Other acquired deformity of head

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R278: Other lack of coordination

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nichols typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Nichols performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Nichols. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Group Speech Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Group Language Therapy
    • Group Voice Therapy
    • Group Communication Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Nichols accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nichols accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nichols accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Nichols in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Maryland

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    Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?

    Mt Washington Physicians Group

    1708 W Rogers Ave

    Baltimore, MD 21209

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nichols affiliated with?

    Dr. Nichols has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mt Washington Pediatric Hospital Inc,Baltimore, MD

    What is Dr. Nichols's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nichols's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184780009.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nichols?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nichols

    What is Dr. Stephen Nichols's specialty?

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Stephen Nichols affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nichols is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mt Washington Pediatric Hospital Inc. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Dr. Stephen Nichols accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Nichols is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Nichols offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nichols' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Nichols?

    Please contact Dr. Nichols' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nichols' office located?

    Dr. Nichols' office is located in Baltimore, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Nichols have?

    Dr. Stephen Nichols is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.