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Summary
Dr. Richard Helms treats strabismus, amblyopia, and eye irritation, and performs strabismus surgery, eye exams, and tonometry. He practices ophthalmology and internal medicine and has seven years of experience. Dr. Helms earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. He is affiliated with University Health, Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City, Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus, Research Medical Center, University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center, and Cleveland Medical Center, and sees patients in Kansas City, Missouri; Cleveland, Ohio; and Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 7 years of experience
- Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 11 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Ward Helms has 11 locationsChildrens Mercy Broadway
3101 Broadway BlvdKansas City, MO 64111 Tel: (816) 960-9080
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
University Of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center
1000 Wall StAnn Arbor, MI 48105 Tel: (734) 763-8122
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Childrens Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus
2401 Gillham RdKansas City, MO 64108 Tel: (816) 234-3000
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Vascular & Interventional Radiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 7 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 4 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Kansas City , MO | Overland Park , KS | Pleasant Valley , MO | Kansas City , KS |
| Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Ward Helms
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Ward Helms has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Ward Helms has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
7 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Ward Helms holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine in 2019.
NPI Number
Dr. Helms' NPI number is 1174085054.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Helms affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Helms is affiliated with University Health, Saint Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City, Childrens Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus, Research Medical Center, University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center, and CLEVELAND MEDICAL CENTER.
- Does Dr. Richard Helms accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Helms accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Richard Helms accepting new patients?
- Dr. Richard Helms has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Helms?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Helms here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Richard Helms's office located?
- Dr. Richard Helms's office is located at 3101 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO, 64111.
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