28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Helmy, Interventional Cardiologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Tarek Helmy, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Helmy completed his residency at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Helmy is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helmy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helmy’s office at (314) 977-5400.
Where did Dr. Helmy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, TX (Cardiovascular Diseases) | New England Medical Center/Tufts University - Boston, MA
Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University Of Cairo, University Of Cairo, Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Helmy board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Tarek Helmy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Helmy speak?
Dr. Helmy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Helmy typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Helmy 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. Helmy. 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:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Helmy typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Helmy 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. Helmy. 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:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Helmy accept my insurance?
Dr. Helmy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 977-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Helmy accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Helmy in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Helmy's office located?
What is Dr. Helmy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Helmy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851306641.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helmy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helmy
What is Dr. Tarek Helmy's specialty?
Dr. Helmy is a Interventional Cardiologist near Shreveport, LA.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Tarek Helmy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Helmy is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe 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
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Is Tarek Helmy accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Tarek Helmy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tarek Helmy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Helmy's office at (314) 977-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tarek Helmy?
Please contact Dr. Helmy's office at (314) 977-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tarek Helmy have?
Dr. Tarek Helmy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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