Visiting the Helwig Health and Diabetes Center

Education with a smile – Mary Cipolle and our staff of certified diabetes educators and registered dietitians teach patients like George Bucci new self-care skills in the areas of diet, exercise, medication administration, home blood sugar testing and prevention of diabetes complications.

When you have diabetes there’s plenty you can do to control your blood sugar and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. In fact, lifestyle changes can help you prevent many of the complications associated with diabetes.

The caring professionals at the Helwig Health and Diabetes Center have served the people of our community for nearly 20 years and are devoted to helping you learn diabetes self management. U.S. News & World Report named Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network among the nation’s best for endocrinology, which includes diabetes care. Plus, the American Diabetes Association recognizes us as a provider of Quality Self-Management Education.

Here are directions to our locations throughout the Lehigh Valley:

Main office
Cedar Crest Professional Park
1251 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Suite 212A, Allentown, Pa.
across the street from Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest
Directions: From both east and west on I-78, take the Cedar Crest Blvd. South exit.
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Lehigh Valley Hospital 17th & Chew
Suite 403, Allentown, Pa 18103
Directions: From Rte. 22, take the 15th St. exit. Take 15th St. south to Chew St., turn right onto Chew St. Patient parking is on the left side immediately after crossing 17th St. In the hospital, take the blue elevator to the fourth floor, Suite 403.
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Lehigh Valley Hospital— Muhlenberg
2545 Schoenersville Rd., Bethlehem, PA 18017
Directions: From Rte. 22, take the Schoenersville Rd. exit. Turn left onto Schoenersville Rd. At the second light (Westgate Dr.) turn right. Directions to Helwig offices are available at the information desk (by the gift shop).
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The Health Center at Trexlertown
6900 Hamilton Blvd. (Trexler Mall)Trexlertown, PA 18087
Directions: Trexler Mall is on Rte. 222 (Hamilton Blvd.) approximately five miles south of the I-78 exit. The Health Center is on the far left side of the mall.
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Your First Visit

After we receive a referral from your doctor, we will contact you to schedule your first appointment. Appointments are scheduled Monday through Friday and occasionally on weekends. Education sessions generally last one to two hours.

You should follow your usual diet, medication and exercise habits before your first visit. If you monitor your blood sugar at home, bring your blood glucose testing equipment and any blood sugar records with you.

Program Fees

Fees vary according to the type of services you receive. Please ask our staff for current fees. Family members or those who share in your care are encouraged to come to the sessions with you at no extra charge. The Lehigh Valley Hospital billing office will bill for services. Questions about bills should be made to the hospital billing office.

Insurance Information

Insurance coverage for diabetes education varies, but most companies recognize the value of diabetes education. Please contact your insurance provider or benefits administrator for specific information. Managed care plans require pre-authorization referrals from your physician to the insurance company. Ask your primary physician's office staff which referrals your plan requires.

Access to care is not denied due to inability to pay for services.

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