William Scott Helton, M.D.
William Scott Helton is a Surgery specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 45 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
Patients across WA can see William Scott Helton, M.D. in person in Seattle or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of California, Irvine, California College of Medicine (class of 1981), he has been practicing for over 45 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
Older · 4645dNPPES updated 2013-09-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
191
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumeData Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$358 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to William Scott Helton's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1981
University of California, Irvine, California College of Medicine
45 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
University of California, Irvine, California College of Medicine (Class of 1981)
Mailing address
1100 9th Ave Ms:M4-Pfs, Seattle, WA 98101-2756
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With William Scott Helton
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with William Scott Helton for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Seattle required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Scott Helton
NPI records show Dr. Helton as active with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 341-0060.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact William Scott Helton
Practice Location
1100 9th Ave Ms: C6-Gsur, Seattle, WA 98101-2756
Mailing Address
1100 9th Ave Ms:M4-Pfs, Seattle, WA 98101-2756
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