Dr. Benjamin Helms

Knoxville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Helms, Hospitalist in Knoxville, TN?

Dr. Benjamin Helms is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Helms graduated from Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at University of Tennessee Program. Dr. Helms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helms’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helms’s office at (865) 330-7425.

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

Residency: University of Tennessee Program
Medical School: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine

What languages does Dr. Helms speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Helms typically treat?

As a Hospitalist, Dr. Helms 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. Helms. 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:

Sepsis
Blood Poisoning
Septicemia
Systemic Bacterial Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Helms typically perform?

As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Helms may include:

Hospital Visit

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

Does Dr. Helms accept my insurance?

Dr. Helms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 330-7425 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Helms accept in Knoxville, TN?

Dr. Helms in Knoxville, TN 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 Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Medicare

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Where is Dr. Helms' office located?

U56

1924 Alcoa Hwy

Knoxville, TN 37920

(865) 330-7425

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Dr. Benjamin Helms' Practice 2

401 Catherine McAuley Way

Knoxville, TN 37919

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What hospitals are Dr. Helms affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Helms has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

The University Of Tennessee Medical Center,Knoxville, TN

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 9 Procedures

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

Dr. Helms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194958942.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helms?

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

What is Dr. Benjamin Helms's specialty?

Dr. Helms is a Hospitalist near Knoxville, TN.

What does a Hospitalist do?

Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

Is Dr. Benjamin Helms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Helms is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee Medical Center 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

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