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Dr. Matthew Helm, MD

Hershey, PA

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    Who is Dr. Helm, Dermatologist in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Matthew Helm, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Helm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helm’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helm’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Helm speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Helm treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Helm 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. Helm. 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:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Eczema or Rash
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Uncommon dermatitis
    • Atypical eczema
    • Skin inflammation
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L308: Other specified dermatitis
    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    What procedures does Dr. Helm perform?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Helm 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. Helm. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Does Dr. Helm accept my insurance?

    Dr. Helm 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. Helm accept in Hershey, PA?

    Dr. Helm in Hershey, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Dollar General

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Helm's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Helm's Primary Practice

    500 University Dr

    Hershey, PA 17033

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    Dr. Matthew Helm's Practice 2

    121 N Nyes Rd Ste C

    Harrisburg, PA 17112

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

    Dr. Helm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043674237.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helm?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Helm's specialty?

    Dr. Helm is a Dermatologist near Hershey, PA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Helm to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Matthew Helm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Helm is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center. 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 Matthew Helm accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Helm is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Helm offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Matthew Helm?

    Please contact Dr. Helm's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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