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Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 60

3.5 (40 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

Crystal River, FL

3.5 (40 Ratings)

Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 60

Crystal River, FL

Accepting new patients

34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD works in Crystal River, FL as a Gastroenterologist and has 34 years experience.

They are board certified in Gastroenterology and graduated from Wright State University in 1990. Dr. Hellstern completed a residency at Wright State University Program. Dr. Hellstern has has worked on more claims relating to Esophagitis, Constipation and Gastric Ulcer than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Hellstern has received an average rating of 3.5 from patients and has been reviewed 40 times. They are affiliated with HCA Florida Citrus Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Hellstern practices at Gastroenterology Associates - Crystal River in Crystal River, FL and has additional offices in Homosassa, FL and Inverness, FL.

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Locations

Gastroenterology Associates - Crystal River
6410 W Gulf To Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospitals’ primary service area and/or have been granted access to our hospitals’ clinical information systems. Physicians participating in the Endocrine Surgery Center of Excellence referral program have met certain board requirements and clinical thresholds to ensure providers have proficiency in the field of Endocrine Surgery. With respect to community endocrinology only, physicians have committed to see patients within designated timeframes, and/or may be employed by competitors. Physicians offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(786) 579-1502

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08:30 - 16:30

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Gastroenterology Associates - Homosassa
7991 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospitals’ primary service area and/or have been granted access to our hospitals’ clinical information systems. Physicians participating in the Endocrine Surgery Center of Excellence referral program have met certain board requirements and clinical thresholds to ensure providers have proficiency in the field of Endocrine Surgery. With respect to community endocrinology only, physicians have committed to see patients within designated timeframes, and/or may be employed by competitors. Physicians offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(786) 579-1576
Gastroenterology Associates - Inverness
2653 Forest Dr, Inverness, FL 34453
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospitals’ primary service area and/or have been granted access to our hospitals’ clinical information systems. Physicians participating in the Endocrine Surgery Center of Excellence referral program have met certain board requirements and clinical thresholds to ensure providers have proficiency in the field of Endocrine Surgery. With respect to community endocrinology only, physicians have committed to see patients within designated timeframes, and/or may be employed by competitors. Physicians offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(786) 579-1527

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3.5

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Jan 26, 2024

Excellent Dr. , I would recommend to everyone. This guy really knows his tihs . He takes time to talk and has an excellent , excellent demeanor.

Peter Hagberg — Jan 26, 2024

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Specialties*

Gastroenterology

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Education

Medical Education

Wright State University
1990

Board Certifications

Gastroenterology

Internship

Wright State University Program
1991

Residency Hospital

Wright State University Program
1993

Fellowship Hospital

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
1995

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Does Dr. Paul Hellstern, MD accept new patients?

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Does Dr. Hellstern accept telehealth?

Dr. Hellstern accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Hellstern's office to make an appointment.

What insurance does Dr. Hellstern accept?

Dr. Hellstern accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Buckeye Community Health Plan as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Hellstern accepts here.

What is the address of Dr. Hellstern's office?

Dr. Hellstern's office is located at 6410 W Gulf To Lake Hwy Crystal River, FL 34429.

In what areas does Dr. Hellstern specialize?

Dr. Hellstern frequently sees patients for Esophagitis, Constipation and Gastric Ulcer.

Is Dr. Hellstern rated well by patients?

Dr. Hellstern has a star rating of 3.5/5 and has been reviewed 40 times.

How long has Dr. Hellstern been practicing?

Dr. Hellstern has been practicing as a Gastroenterologist for 34 years.

Hospital Affiliations

HCA Florida Citrus Hospital

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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospitals’ primary service area and/or have been granted access to our hospitals’ clinical information systems. Physicians participating in the Endocrine Surgery Center of Excellence referral program have met certain board requirements and clinical thresholds to ensure providers have proficiency in the field of Endocrine Surgery. With respect to community endocrinology only, physicians have committed to see patients within designated timeframes, and/or may be employed by competitors. Physicians offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.

(786) 579-1502

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