Summary

Dr. Ray Helms specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing 26 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois Medical Center. Dr. Helms speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Helms practices at Heart Rhythm Management of Lake County in Vernon Hills, Illinois, and is affiliated with Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, Illinois. He focuses on treating heart conditions such as heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and rapid heartbeats from the upper chambers of the heart. His expertise includes performing heart rhythm tests, chest imaging studies, and chest X-rays to diagnose and monitor cardiac conditions. Patients rate Dr. Helms an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 26 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Illinois Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 21 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ray Weldon Helms has 2 locations

Heart Rhythm Management Of Lake County

6 E PHILLIP RD STE 1109VERNON HILLS, IL 60061
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advocate Condell Medical Center

801 S Milwaukee AveLibertyville, IL 60048

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCritical Care MedicineAnesthesiologyInfectious Disease
Accepts New Patients
4.4 
26 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
VERNON HILLS , ILArlington Heights , ILEvanston , ILEvanston , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Dow Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ray Weldon Helms

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ray Weldon Helms has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ray Weldon Helms has the following 21 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Atrial Flutter
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiac Defibrillator Implant
  • Catheter Ablation
  • Defibrillators
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pacemaker Implantation
  • Rapid Heart Beat (Tachycardia)
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Ray Weldon Helms holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Helms' NPI number is 1316086879.

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Dr. Ray Helms's office is located at 6 E PHILLIP RD STE 1109, VERNON HILLS, IL, 60061.

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