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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Helfrich, Surgeon in Rockport, TX?
Dr. Craig Helfrich, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rockport, TX. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Helfrich is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helfrich’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helfrich’s office at (361) 729-0646.
What languages does Dr. Helfrich speak?
Dr. Helfrich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Helfrich typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Helfrich 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. Helfrich. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Helfrich typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Helfrich may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Helfrich's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Helfrich accept my insurance?
Dr. Helfrich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 729-0646 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Helfrich accept in Rockport, TX?
Dr. Helfrich in Rockport, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Helfrich's office located?
What is Dr. Helfrich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Helfrich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669452504.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helfrich?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helfrich
What is Dr. Craig Helfrich's specialty?
Dr. Helfrich is a Surgeon near Rockport, TX.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Craig Helfrich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Helfrich is affiliated with Detar Hospital Navarro, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Craig Helfrich accepting new patients in Rockport, TX?
Yes, Dr. Craig Helfrich is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Helfrich offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Helfrich's office at (361) 729-0646 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Helfrich?
Please contact Dr. Helfrich's office at (361) 729-0646 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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