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Dr. Patricia Helm, MD

Pediatrician

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Helm, Pediatrician in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Patricia Helm, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Helm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helm’s office at (781) 444-7186.

    What languages does Dr. Helm speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Helm typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Helm typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Patricia Helm may include:

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

    Does Dr. Helm accept my insurance?

    Dr. Helm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 444-7186 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Helm accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Helm in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Helm's office located?

    Dr. Patricia Helm's Primary Practice

    800 Washington St

    Boston, MA 02111

    (781) 444-7186

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    What hospitals are Dr. Helm affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Helm has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Boston Childrens Hospital,Boston, MA
    Shriners Childrens Boston,Boston, MA

    What is Dr. Helm's NPI number?A 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 1073748034.

    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. Patricia Helm's specialty?

    Dr. Helm is a Pediatrician near Boston, MA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Patricia Helm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Helm is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Patricia Helm accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Patricia Helm is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Patricia Helm offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Helm's office at (781) 444-7186 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Patricia Helm?

    Please contact Dr. Helm's office at (781) 444-7186 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Helm's office located?

    Dr. Helm's office is located in Boston, MA.