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Dr. Helen Furr, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Tampa, FL

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Furr, Family Medicine Specialist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Helen Furr, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Furr graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Loyola University School Of Medicine-Cook Co Hospital. Dr. Furr is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Furr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Furr’s office at (423) 778-8179.

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

    • Residency: Loyola University School Of Medicine-Cook Co Hospital

    • Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies | Ross University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Furr board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Furr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Furr speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Furr typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Furr 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. Furr. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Furr typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Helen Furr may include:

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

    Does Dr. Furr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Furr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 778-8179 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Furr accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Furr in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Furr's office located?

    Dr. Helen Furr's Primary Practice

    2501 W Kennedy Blvd

    Tampa, FL 33609

    (423) 778-8179

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    What hospitals are Dr. Furr affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Furr has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus,Tampa, FL

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

    Dr. Furr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447369657.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Furr?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Furr's specialty?

    Dr. Furr is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tampa, FL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Helen Furr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Furr is affiliated with Tampa General 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Helen Furr accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Furr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Furr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Furr's office at (423) 778-8179 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helen Furr?

    Please contact Dr. Furr's office at (423) 778-8179 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Furr's office located?

    Dr. Furr's office is located in Tampa, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Furr have?

    Dr. Helen Furr is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.