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Dr. Karl Helmold, MD

Pottsville, PA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Helmold, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Pottsville, PA?

    Dr. Karl Helmold, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pottsville, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Helmold graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at UMDNJ. Dr. Helmold is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helmold’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helmold’s office at (570) 621-4440.

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

    • Residency: UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Rutgers

    Is Dr. Helmold board certified in Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Helmold, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Helmold speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Helmold treat?

    As a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Helmold 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. Helmold. 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:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder
    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • Other Bone Disorder
    • Bone Disease
    • Miscellaneous Bone Conditions
    • Uncommon Bone Problems
    • Rare Bone Diseases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M898X9: Other specified disorders of bone, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Also known as:

    • Finger Pain
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore fingers
    • Aching fingers
    • Finger discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79644: Pain in right finger(s)

    Which procedures does Dr. Helmold perform as a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Karl Helmold may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Helmold's office.

    Does Dr. Helmold accept my insurance?

    Dr. Helmold accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 621-4440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Helmold accept in Pottsville, PA?

    Dr. Helmold in Pottsville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Capital BlueCross

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Helmold's office located?

    Dr. Karl Helmold's Primary Practice

    700 Schuylkill Manor Rd Ste 3

    Pottsville, PA 17901

    (570) 621-4440

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    Dr. Karl Helmold's Practice 2

    316 Mauch Chunk St

    Pottsville, PA 17901

    (570) 621-9380

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    Dr. Karl Helmold's Practice 3

    700 E Norwegian St

    Pottsville, PA 17901

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

    Dr. Helmold's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912947797.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helmold?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Helmold's specialty?

    Dr. Helmold is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Pottsville, PA. An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity. Contact Dr. Helmold to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karl Helmold affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Helmold is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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

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    Is Karl Helmold accepting new patients in Pottsville, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Helmold is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Helmold offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Helmold's office at (570) 621-4440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Helmold?

    Please contact Dr. Helmold's office at (570) 621-4440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Helmold have?

    Dr. Karl Helmold is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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