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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Helft, Cardiologist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Joseph Helft, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Helft graduated from Albert Einstein and completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Cardiovascular Diseases; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Helft is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helft’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helft’s office at (718) 708-5470.
Where did Dr. Helft go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Montefiore Med. Center
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Cardiovascular Diseases; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine | A Einstein College M Yeshiva University | Jacobi Medical Center | Jacobi Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Helft board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Helft, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2006
What languages does Dr. Helft speak?
Dr. Helft and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Helft typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Helft 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. Helft. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Helft typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Helft may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Helft's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Helft accept my insurance?
Dr. Helft accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 708-5470 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Helft accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Helft in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
EmblemHealth
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Helft's office located?
Dr. Joseph Helft's Primary Practice
2426 Eastchester Rd Ste 202
Bronx, NY 10469
(718) 708-5470
What is Dr. Helft's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Helft's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659478477.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helft?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helft
What is Dr. Joseph Helft's specialty?
Dr. Helft is a Cardiologist near Bronx, NY.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Joseph Helft affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Helft is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus, Westchester Medical Center, Englewood 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Helft accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Helft is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Helft offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Helft's office at (718) 708-5470 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Helft?
Please contact Dr. Helft's office at (718) 708-5470 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Helft have?
Dr. Joseph Helft is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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