Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Helsten, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Teresa Helsten, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Helsten graduated from UC Davis School of Medicine, Sacramento and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Helsten is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Helsten’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Helsten’s office at (858) 822-6195.
Where did Dr. Helsten go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: UC Davis School of Medicine, Sacramento | Harbor UCLA Medical Center, Torrance | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Associate Professor of Medicine | Medical Oncologist
Is Dr. Helsten board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Helsten, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Helsten speak?
Dr. Helsten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Helsten treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Helsten 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. Helsten. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
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:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Widespread Bone Density Disorder
- Generalized Bone Structure Problem
- Multi-site Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Which procedures does Dr. Helsten perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Teresa Helsten may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Helsten's office.
Does Dr. Helsten accept my insurance?
Dr. Helsten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 822-6195 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Helsten accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Helsten in La Jolla, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Helsten's office located?
Dr. Teresa Helsten's Primary Practice
9300 Campus Point Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-6195
Dr. Teresa Helsten's Practice 2
3855 Health Sciences Dr # 987
La Jolla, CA 92093
(858) 822-6195
What is Dr. Helsten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Helsten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265408678.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Helsten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Helsten
What is Dr. Teresa Helsten's specialty?
Dr. Helsten is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near La Jolla, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Helsten to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Teresa Helsten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Helsten is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
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Is Teresa Helsten accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Helsten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Teresa Helsten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Helsten's office at (858) 822-6195 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Teresa Helsten?
Please contact Dr. Helsten's office at (858) 822-6195 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Teresa Helsten have?
Dr. Teresa Helsten is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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