Summary

Dr. Scott Helmers specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing 36 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School of Medicine. His extensive career has focused on treating musculoskeletal conditions and performing surgical procedures to help patients regain function and mobility.

Dr. Helmers practices at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in San Diego, California, and maintains hospital privileges at San Diego Medical Center. He treats patients with arm fractures, wrist fractures, and osteonecrosis, a condition where bone tissue dies due to lack of blood supply. His surgical expertise includes soft tissue tumor removal and performing pathology tests to ensure accurate diagnoses for his patients.

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Quick Facts

  • 36 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES F EDWARD HEBERT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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San Diego , CAMonterey , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES F EDWARD HEBERT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Scott Whittaker Helmers

  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Scott Whittaker Helmers has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES F EDWARD HEBERT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Helmers' NPI number is 1942296058.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Scott Helmers affiliated with?
Dr. Scott Helmers is affiliated with SAN DIEGO MEDICAL CENTER.
Does Dr. Scott Helmers accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Scott Helmers accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Scott Helmers's office located?
Dr. Scott Helmers's office is located at 4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA, 92120.
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Is Dr. Scott Helmers accepting new patients?
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