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Dr. Helen Te, MD

Dr. Helen Te, MD

Crown Point, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Te, Gastroenterologist in Crown Point, IN?

    Dr. Helen Te, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Crown Point, IN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Te completed her residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Gastroenterology Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Te is fluent in English, Arabic, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Te’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Te’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Te?

    Dr. Helen Te, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Te empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatitis, Liver Disease, Transplant Medicine-Liver, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Crown Point/IN community, Dr. Te is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University Of Health Sciences/Chicago Medical School

    • Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Gastroenterology Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine | Rush University Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines

    Is Dr. Te board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Te, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Te speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • German

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Te treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Te 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. Te. 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:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
    • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
    • Severe alcoholic liver scarring
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    Also known as:

    • Autoimmune hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • Hepatitis
    • Autoimmune Hepatitis
    • AIH
    • Autoimmune liver disease
    • Chronic autoimmune hepatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K754: Autoimmune hepatitis

    What procedures does Dr. Te perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Te performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Te. 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:

    • Catheter Biopsy
    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Biopsy
    • Transcatheter tissue sample
    • Minimally invasive biopsy
    • Biopsy using catheter
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 37200: Transcatheter biopsy
    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Biliary Drainage Catheter Exchange
    • Percutaneous Biliary Catheter Exchange
    • Bile Duct Drain Change
    • Biliary Drain Replacement
    • Bile Duct Catheter Swap

    CPT Codes:

    • 47536: Exchange of biliary drainage catheter (eg, external, internal-external, or conversion of internal-external to external only), percutaneous, including diagnostic cholangiography when performed, imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy), and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Selective Vein Catheter Placement
    • Venous Catheterization
    • Jugular Vein Catheter
    • Renal Vein Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Te accept my insurance?

    Dr. Te accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Te accept in Crown Point, IN?

    Dr. Te in Crown Point, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Te's office located?

    Dr. Helen Te's Primary Practice

    10855 Virginia St Ste 1700

    Crown Point, IN 46307

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    Dr. Helen Te's Practice 2

    99 E 86th Ave Ste C

    Merrillville, IN 46410

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    Dr. Helen Te's Practice 3

    1500 S Lake Park Ave Ste 109

    Hobart, IN 46342

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

    Dr. Te's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033272554.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Te?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Te's specialty?

    Dr. Te is a Gastroenterologist near Crown Point, IN. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Te to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Helen Te affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Te is affiliated with UChicago Medicine - University of Chicago 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Helen Te accepting new patients in Crown Point, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Te is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Te offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Te's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Helen Te?

    Please contact Dr. Te's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Te have?

    Dr. Helen Te is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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