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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Helms, Family Medicine Specialist in Hoover, AL?
Dr. Ronald Helms, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hoover, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Helms graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Al College Comm Health Scis. Dr. Helms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helms’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helms’s office at (205) 814-9284.
Where did Dr. Helms go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Al College Comm Health Scis
Medical School: University of South Alabama College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Helms speak?
Dr. Helms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Helms typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Helms 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. Helms. 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 Disorder Screening
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Helms typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Helms may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Helms' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Helms accept my insurance?
Dr. Helms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 814-9284 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Helms accept in Hoover, AL?
Dr. Helms in Hoover, AL 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 Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Helms' office located?
Dr. Ronald Helms' Primary Practice
7191 Cahaba Valley Rd Ste 300
Hoover, AL 35242
(205) 814-9284
What is Dr. Helms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Helms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871579268.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helms
What is Dr. Ronald Helms's specialty?
Dr. Helms is a Family Medicine Specialist near Hoover, AL.
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. Ronald Helms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Helms is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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 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 Ronald Helms accepting new patients in Hoover, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Helms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Helms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Helms's office at (205) 814-9284 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Helms?
Please contact Dr. Helms's office at (205) 814-9284 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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