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Dr. Linda Nelson, MD

Anesthesiologist

Annapolis, MD

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nelson, Anesthesiologist in Annapolis, MD?

    Dr. Linda Nelson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Annapolis, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Nelson graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nelson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson’s office at (410) 554-2000.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nelson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Linda Nelson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nelson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nelson typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nelson 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. Nelson. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nelson typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nelson 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. Nelson. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Nelson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nelson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 554-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson accept in Annapolis, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Linda Nelson's Primary Practice

    2001 Medical Pkwy

    Annapolis, MD 21401

    (410) 554-2000

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    Mmg Anesthesiology At Mumh

    201 E University Pkwy

    Baltimore, MD 21218

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    Dr. Linda Nelson's Practice 3

    5401 Old Court Rd

    Randallstown, MD 21133

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

    Dr. Nelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225010929.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson?

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

    What is Dr. Linda Nelson's specialty?

    Dr. Nelson is an Anesthesiologist near Annapolis, MD.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Linda Nelson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nelson is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Calverthealth Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

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    Is Dr. Linda Nelson accepting new patients in Annapolis, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Linda Nelson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Linda Nelson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (410) 554-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Linda Nelson?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson's office at (410) 554-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nelson's office located?

    Dr. Nelson's offices are located in Annapolis, MD, Baltimore, MD, and Randallstown, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Nelson have?

    Dr. Linda Nelson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.