Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. West, Internist in Durham, NC?
Dr. Helen West, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. West graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School. Dr. West is fluent in English and French, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. West’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. West’s office.
Where did Dr. West go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus | University of Massachusetts Med School
Is Dr. West board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Helen West, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. West speak?
Dr. West and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. West typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. West 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. West. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. West typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Helen West may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. West's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. West accept my insurance?
Dr. West 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. West accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. West in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. West's office located?
What is Dr. West's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639336845.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. West?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. West
What is Dr. Helen West's specialty?
Dr. West is a Internist near Durham, NC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Helen West affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. West is affiliated with Unc Health Rex, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Helen West accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
No, Dr. Helen West is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen West offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. West's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen West?
Please contact Dr. West's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Helen West have?
Dr. Helen West is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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