25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Helou, Internist in Georgetown, DE?
Dr. Beshara Helou, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Georgetown, DE with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Helou graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine; Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Helou is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helou’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helou’s office at (302) 856-3737.
Where did Dr. Helou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine; Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Helou board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Beshara Helou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Helou speak?
Dr. Helou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Helou typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Helou 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. Helou. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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 with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Helou typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Helou 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. Helou. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Helou accept my insurance?
Dr. Helou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 856-3737 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Helou accept in Georgetown, DE?
Dr. Helou in Georgetown, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Helou's office located?
Dr. Beshara Helou's Primary Practice
20930 DuPont Blvd Unit 101
Georgetown, DE 19947
(302) 856-3737
What is Dr. Helou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Helou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407811490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helou
What is Dr. Beshara Helou's specialty?
Dr. Helou is a Internist near Georgetown, DE.
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. Beshara Helou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Helou is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Thomas Jefferson University 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 Beshara Helou accepting new patients in Georgetown, DE?
Yes, Dr. Beshara Helou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Beshara Helou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Helou's office at (302) 856-3737 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Beshara Helou?
Please contact Dr. Helou's office at (302) 856-3737 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Beshara Helou have?
Dr. Beshara Helou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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