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Dr. David Helfrich, MD

Dr. David Helfrich, MD

Rheumatology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Helfrich, MD is a rheumatologist in Bethel Park, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Helfrich has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UPMC Presbyterian and Trinity Health System-East Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

2000 Oxford Dr Ste 680 Bethel Park, PA 15102
Telehealth available

Dr. Helfrich is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Helfrich specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Helfrich's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Helfrich

4.1

23 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
78%
78%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
22%
22%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Annoyed – Sep 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nancy S – Oct 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sherri Selesky in Carnegie, PA – Mar 17, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
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jennifer regan in Oakdale, PA – Oct 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
18 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ruth Gargotta in Pittsburgh, PA – Feb 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Helfrich, MD is a rheumatologist in Bethel Park, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Helfrich has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA...read more
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Phoenix / Northern California Campus

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Helfrich is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    South Allegheny Internal Medicine2000 Oxford Dr Ste 680 Bethel Park, PA 15102
    1
    Associates In Endocrinology PC2000 Oxford Dr Bethel Park, PA 15102
    2

    Practice

    UPMC Mckeesport Internal Medicine Center1321 5th Ave Ste 1 McKeesport, PA 15132
    3

    Practice

    Pittsburgh Rheumatology Associates2000 Oxford Dr Ste 113 Bethel Park, PA 15102
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UPMC Presbyterian

      200 Lothrop St
      Pittsburgh, PA 15213
      Recipient of 9
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • St Clair Hospital

      1000 Bower Hill Rd
      Pittsburgh, PA 15243
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Jefferson Hospital

      565 Coal Valley Rd
      Jefferson Hills, PA 15025
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality