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Howard L Nelson, DDS

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon · Hagerstown, MD

Oral & Maxillofacial SurgeonsMore in MarylandMedicare-enrolled

Federal data signals

Each tile cites its source. Empty signals are hidden — they are absent in the federal record, not negative ratings.

Years in practiceNPPES

31years

Self-reported NPPES — graduated 1995 from HOWARD UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE.

Profile completeness

High

11 of 12 NPPES fields filled.

Measures how filled-in the federal record is — not clinical quality.

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Practice footprintCMS

2locations

Counted from CMS provider enrollment records.

Federal record checkOIG LEIE

Clean

Active NPI · No OIG exclusion · Medicare-enrolled.

Medicare patient volumeCMS PUF

178beneficiaries

Moderate volume · 216 services. Most dental work is private-pay or Medicaid.

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Industry payments (2018)Open Payments

$164

4 disclosed payments. Federal disclosure law — payments are legal and common, not a quality indicator.

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Mailing address

1007 SUSHRUTA DRIVE
Martinsburg, WV 25401

Address on file with NPPES for federal correspondence — may differ from the practice location above.

Credentials & training

Specialty
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Primary specialty (NPPES)
MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
Taxonomy
Dentist - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Taxonomy classification
Dentist
Taxonomy specialization
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Taxonomy code
1223S0112X
Credential
DDS
Credential type
dentist
Dental school
HOWARD UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Graduation year
1995

Practice ownership

Entity type
Individual
Sole proprietor
No

Industry payments

CMS Open Payments
Total payments received (2018)
$164
Number of payments
4

Open Payments tracks transfers of value from drug and device manufacturers to physicians and dentists. Inclusion is not an allegation of wrongdoing.

Before you book

Five-minute checklist before you call

Federal data tells you a dentist exists and is enumerated. It does not confirm insurance acceptance, current availability, or office fit. Use this list when you call so the visit isn’t a surprise.

  1. Confirm insurance & out-of-pocket cost

    • “Do you accept my exact insurance plan? (give the carrier, plan name, and member ID)”
    • “Are you accepting new Maryland Medical Assistance patients right now?”
    • “What is the out-of-pocket cost I should expect for the type of visit I need?”
    • “If you are out of network for me, can you bill my insurer or only me?”

  2. Verify the dentist & availability

    • “Is Howard L Nelson the dentist who will see me, or another provider in the practice?”
    • “Are you accepting new patients? When is the next available appointment?”
    • “Will the same dentist handle follow-up visits, or rotate?”

  3. Verify the license yourself

    Search the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners license-lookup to confirm the license is active and in good standing — federal records do not show state-level discipline. Open the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners site →

  4. Match office services to your needs

    • “Do you offer emergency or same-day appointments? After-hours number?”
    • “What languages do your front desk and clinical staff speak?”
    • “Is the office wheelchair-accessible? Any accommodations available on request?”
    • “Do you offer sedation options for anxious patients (nitrous, oral, IV)?”
    • “Do you treat pediatric patients in this practice, or refer them to a pediatric dentist?”
    • “For surgical procedures, what post-op support is available the same day and overnight?”

Ready to call? Have your insurance card and a list of symptoms or visit reasons in front of you.

Call (301) 733-2500

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About oral & maxillofacial surgeons

What is a oral & maxillofacial surgeon?

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMFS) handles the surgical end of dentistry: complex extractions including impacted wisdom teeth, dental implants, bone grafting, jaw reconstruction, treatment of facial trauma, and orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery. They're also licensed to administer general anesthesia in-office.

Training. After dental school, an oral surgeon completes a 4- to 6-year hospital-based residency. Some programs include a medical degree (MD) integrated into the residency. Board certification is through the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

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Frequently asked

About this provider

  • What is Howard L Nelson's NPI?
    Howard L Nelson has the National Provider Identifier 1811067952. You can verify it directly on the NPPES NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.
  • Does Howard L Nelson accept Medicare?
    Yes. Howard L Nelson is enrolled with CMS Medicare. Note that few dental services are covered by traditional Medicare; coverage typically applies under Medicare Advantage dental riders.
  • Does Howard L Nelson accept Maryland Medical Assistance?
    We do not have a verified Maryland Medical Assistance acceptance signal for Howard L Nelson. Medicare enrollment is a public-program proxy but not a guarantee. Call the office or check the Maryland Medical Assistance provider directory at https://health.maryland.gov/mmcp/.
  • How do I verify Howard L Nelson's dental license?
    Use the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners license-lookup at https://health.maryland.gov/dental/. Search by name to confirm the license is active and in good standing.
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