Summary

Dr. Ira Helenius treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and has practiced internal medicine for 27 years. She is affiliated with University of Virginia Children's Hospital and is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Helenius completed her residency and fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and earned her medical degree from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. She sees patients in Charlottesville, Virginia, and speaks English and German. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Helenius 4.62 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 27 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, German
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

UVA Health University Medical Associates

1222 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 3Charlottesville, VA 22903
Mon8:00 am - 4:45 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:45 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:45 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:45 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:45 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Charlottesville , VAFairfax , VAFairfax , VAFairfax , VA
Med School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India Med School: Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ira M Helenius

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Innovation Health
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Ira M Helenius has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Ira M Helenius has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Ira M Helenius holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 2004.

Residency

Completed their residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 2002.

Medical School

Graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University in 1999.

NPI Number

Ira M Helenius' NPI number is 1275562068.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Ira Helenius?
You can find contact information for Ira Helenius here on Vitals.
Does Ira Helenius accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Ira Helenius accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Ira Helenius's office located?
Ira Helenius's office is located at 1222 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 3, Charlottesville, VA, 22903.
What languages does Ira Helenius speak?
Ira Helenius speaks English and German.
Is Ira Helenius accepting new patients?
Ira Helenius is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Ira Helenius's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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