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Dr. Hughes Helm, MD

Bayboro, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Helm, Family Medicine Specialist in Bayboro, NC?

    Dr. Hughes Helm, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bayboro, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Helm graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Helm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helm’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helm’s office at (252) 745-3191.

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

    • Residency: Mountain Area Hlth Ed Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Helm board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Hughes Helm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Helm typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine 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. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Helm 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. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Group Speech Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Group Language Therapy
    • Group Voice Therapy
    • Group Communication Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Helm accept my insurance?

    Dr. Helm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 745-3191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Helm accept in Bayboro, NC?

    Dr. Helm in Bayboro, NC 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 North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fidelity Insurance Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Helm's office located?

    Dr. Hughes Helm's Primary Practice

    606 Main St

    Bayboro, NC 28515

    (252) 745-3191

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    Dr. Hughes Helm's Practice 2

    3004 Bridges St

    Morehead City, NC 28557

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    Dr. Hughes Helm's Practice 3

    2654 M L King Jr Blvd

    New Bern, NC 28562

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    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 1336368737.

    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. Hughes Helm's specialty?

    Dr. Helm is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bayboro, NC.

    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 this Dr. Hughes Helm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Helm is affiliated with Carteret Health Care, Carolinaeast 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 Hughes Helm accepting new patients in Bayboro, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Hughes Helm offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Helm's office at (252) 745-3191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hughes Helm?

    Please contact Dr. Helm's office at (252) 745-3191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hughes Helm have?

    Dr. Hughes Helm is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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