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Dr. Laura Helfman, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Woodbury, NJ

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Helfman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Woodbury, NJ?

    Dr. Laura Helfman, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Woodbury, NJ. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Helfman completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Comm Med Ctr-University Med Ct, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Helfman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helfman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helfman’s office at (252) 449-5600.

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

    • Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Comm Med Ctr-University Med Ct, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia

    Is Dr. Helfman board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Helfman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Helfman speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Bruise on Head
    • Bruises
    • Head contusion
    • Head bump
    • Black and blue mark on head

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0083XA: Contusion of other part of head, initial encounter

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Helfman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Helfman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Helfman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 449-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Helfman accept in Woodbury, NJ?

    Dr. Helfman in Woodbury, NJ 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

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Florida

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Helfman's office located?

    Dr. Laura Helfman's Primary Practice

    307 S Evergreen Ave

    Woodbury, NJ 08096

    (252) 449-5600

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

    Dr. Helfman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730136755.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helfman?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Helfman's specialty?

    Dr. Helfman is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Woodbury, NJ.

    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. Laura Helfman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Helfman is affiliated with Sentara Careplex Hospital, Hca Florida Memorial Hospital, Hca Florida Brandon Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa, Sentara Virginia Beach General 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. Laura Helfman accepting new patients in Woodbury, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Helfman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Helfman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Helfman's office at (252) 449-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Helfman?

    Please contact Dr. Helfman's office at (252) 449-5600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Helfman's office located?

    Dr. Helfman's office is located in Woodbury, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Helfman have?

    Dr. Laura Helfman is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.