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Who is Dr. Helm, Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Boyd Helm, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Helm graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Internal Medicine; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Internal Medicine; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Helm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helm’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helm’s office at (225) 769-0933.
Where did Dr. Helm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Internal Medicine; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Internal Medicine; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Flexible Or Transitional Year | REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Helm board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Boyd Helm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Helm speak?
Dr. Helm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Helm treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Helm 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. Helm. 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.
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Left Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
- M79605: Pain in left leg
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Atherosclerosis
- Hardening of the arteries
- Artery plaque buildup
- Arteriosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7090: Unspecified atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
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 Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family History of Heart Disease
- Family History
- Heart Disease
- Hereditary heart disease risk
- Genetic predisposition to heart problems
- Heart conditions in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Does Dr. Helm accept my insurance?
Dr. Helm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-0933 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Helm accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Helm in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley
Health Plans
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Helm's office located?
What is Dr. Helm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Helm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821181066.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helm
What is Dr. Boyd Helm's specialty?
Dr. Helm is a Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA. Contact Dr. Helm to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Boyd Helm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Helm is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Boyd Helm accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Boyd Helm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Boyd Helm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Helm's office at (225) 769-0933 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Boyd Helm?
Please contact Dr. Helm's office at (225) 769-0933 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Boyd Helm have?
Dr. Boyd Helm is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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