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Dr. Andrew Helber, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Helber, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Andrew Helber, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Helber is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helber’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helber’s office at (610) 246-0228.

    What languages does Dr. Helber speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Helber typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Helber 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. Helber. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Withdrawal
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid detox
    • Opioid withdrawal syndrome
    • Coming off opioids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Helber typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Helber may include:

    Please contact Dr. Helber's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Helber accept my insurance?

    Dr. Helber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 246-0228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Helber accept in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Helber's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Helber's Primary Practice

    3400 Spruce St # 1000

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (610) 246-0228

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    Dr. Andrew Helber's Practice 2

    PO Box 824320

    Philadelphia, PA 19182

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

    Dr. Helber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366029043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helber?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Helber's specialty?

    Dr. Helber is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Andrew Helber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Helber is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Andrew Helber accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Helber is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Helber offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Helber's office at (610) 246-0228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Helber?

    Please contact Dr. Helber's office at (610) 246-0228 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Helber's office located?

    Dr. Helber's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

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