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Dr. Lars Helgeson, MD

Anesthesiologist

New Haven, CT

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Helgeson, Anesthesiologist in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Lars Helgeson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Helgeson graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Anesthesiology; Mount Sinai Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Helgeson is fluent in English and Norwegian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helgeson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helgeson’s office at (203) 785-2802.

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

    • Residency: Ny Medical College, Anesthesiology; Mount Sinai Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Helgeson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lars Helgeson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Helgeson speak?

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

    • English
    • Norwegian

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Helgeson 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. Helgeson. 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
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    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:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    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

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Helgeson 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. Helgeson. 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:

    • 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. Helgeson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Helgeson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 785-2802 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Helgeson accept in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Helgeson in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Helgeson's office located?

    Ynhh Tompkins Floor

    20 York St

    New Haven, CT 06510

    (203) 785-2802

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    Dr. Lars Helgeson's Practice 2

    540 Litchfield St

    Torrington, CT 06790

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

    Dr. Helgeson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528049210.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helgeson?

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

    What is Dr. Lars Helgeson's specialty?

    Dr. Helgeson is an Anesthesiologist near New Haven, CT.

    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. Lars Helgeson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Helgeson is affiliated with Charlotte Hungerford 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Lars Helgeson accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Lars Helgeson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lars Helgeson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Helgeson's office at (203) 785-2802 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lars Helgeson?

    Please contact Dr. Helgeson's office at (203) 785-2802 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Helgeson's office located?

    Dr. Helgeson's offices are located in New Haven, CT and Torrington, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lars Helgeson have?

    Dr. Lars Helgeson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.