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Dr. Helen Gordon, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon, Internist, Surgeon

Towson, MD

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gordon, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon in Towson, MD?

    Dr. Helen Gordon, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon, who primarily practices in Towson, MD. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Gordon completed her residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gordon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gordon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gordon’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gordon?

    Dr. Helen Gordon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Gordon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Palliative Care, Preventive Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Towson, MD community, Dr. Gordon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Emory U Sch Med Affil Hosps

    Is Dr. Gordon board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Gordon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Gordon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon like Dr. Gordon typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon, Dr. Gordon 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. Gordon. 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:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon like Dr. Gordon typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Helen Gordon may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gordon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gordon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gordon accept in Towson, MD?

    Dr. Gordon in Towson, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gordon's office located?

    Dr. Helen Gordon's Primary Practice

    7505 Osler Dr

    Towson, MD 21204

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

    Dr. Gordon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386684520.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gordon?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Gordon's specialty?

    Dr. Gordon is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon near Towson, MD.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon do?

    A hospice and palliative medicine surgeon has special knowledge and skills in managing patients with life-limiting illnesses focuses on preventing and alleviating suffering. This specialist maximize the quality of life while working with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team, simultaneously addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has an expertise in assessing patients with advanced disease, provide relief to distressing symptoms, perform coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, to use specialized care systems including hospice, to manage end-of-life care, and guiding legal and ethical decisions in diverse care settings, including hospice.

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

    Yes, Dr. Gordon is affiliated with University Of Maryland St. Joseph 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Surgeon. 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 Gordon accepting new patients in Towson, MD?

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

    Does Dr. Helen Gordon offer online booking?

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

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

    Please contact Dr. Gordon's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gordon's office located?

    Dr. Gordon's office is located in Towson, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Gordon have?

    Dr. Helen Gordon is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.