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Dr. Helen Scharko, MD

Family Medicine Specialist, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Internist

Roanoke, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Scharko, Family Medicine Specialist in Roanoke, AL?

    Dr. Helen Scharko, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Scharko is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scharko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scharko’s office at (251) 578-0220.

    What languages does Dr. Scharko speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scharko typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scharko 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. Scharko. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scharko typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Helen Scharko may include:

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

    Does Dr. Scharko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scharko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 578-0220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Scharko accept in Roanoke, AL?

    Dr. Scharko in Roanoke, AL 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 Alabama

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Scharko's office located?

    Dr. Helen Scharko's Primary Practice

    965 Highway 431

    Roanoke, AL 36274

    (251) 578-0220

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    Dr. Helen Scharko's Practice 2

    4401 Riverchase Dr

    Phenix City, AL 36867

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    Dr. Helen Scharko's Practice 3

    1032 Main St S

    Wedowee, AL 36278

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

    Dr. Scharko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437588019.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scharko?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Scharko's specialty?

    Dr. Scharko is a Family Medicine Specialist near Roanoke, AL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Scharko is affiliated with Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton, Dekalb Regional Medical Center, Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center, Uab Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, East Alabama Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Helen Scharko accepting new patients in Roanoke, AL?

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

    Does Dr. Helen Scharko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scharko's office at (251) 578-0220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helen Scharko?

    Please contact Dr. Scharko's office at (251) 578-0220 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Scharko's office located?

    Dr. Scharko's offices are located in Roanoke, AL, Phenix City, AL, and Wedowee, AL.