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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Helmcke, Cardiologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Frederick Helmcke, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Helmcke is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helmcke’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helmcke’s office.
Where did Dr. Helmcke go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Auto De Puebla- Esc De Med- Puebla- Mexico | Autonomous University of Puebla / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Helmcke speak?
Dr. Helmcke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Helmcke typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Helmcke 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. Helmcke. 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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Helmcke typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Frederick Helmcke may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Helmcke's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Helmcke accept my insurance?
Dr. Helmcke 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. Helmcke accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Helmcke in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Helmcke's office located?
What is Dr. Helmcke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Helmcke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851314793.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helmcke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helmcke
What is Dr. Frederick Helmcke's specialty?
Dr. Helmcke is a Cardiologist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Frederick Helmcke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Helmcke is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Frederick Helmcke accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Helmcke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Helmcke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Helmcke's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Helmcke?
Please contact Dr. Helmcke's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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