OBGYN and Midwifery of Connecticut
Manchester 388
388 West Center Street
Manchester, CT 06040
F: (860) 649-7328
Manchester 394
394 West Center Street
Manchester, CT 06040
F: (860) 649-7328
Colchester
121 Broadway
Colchester, CT 06415
F: (860) 649-7328
Mansfield
21 Ledgebrook Drive
Mansfield Center, CT 06250
F: (860) 450-7231
We are thrilled to share some exciting news! Mansfield and Manchester OBGYN have united to create OBGYN and Midwifery of Connecticut. We continue to provide the exceptional care you trust in Manchester, Mansfield, and Colchester, while expanding our services to even more locations. We look forward to continuing to partner with you on your wellness journey!
What patients are saying.
Dr. Helgans is my doctor. I had major surgery done and I received the best of care from her, she is caring and personable. She's great, would definitely recommend Dr. Helgans and the other doctors there.
I feel very comfortable talking with him. He answered my questions and provided good medical insight. I feel very confident in his abilities as my physician.
Stephanie Welsh CNM, MSN, is wonderful to work with, she always asks if I have questions and provides exceptional insight into the issue at hand.
Stephanie Welsh CNM, MSN, is outstanding. She is so caring, supportive, and never makes me feel rushed.
Dr. Alammari was amazing, I had never been to this office before and chose her to permanently be my ObGyn by the end of my visit.
Dr. Gildersleeve is the best! I've been using him for about 20 years. He is very professional, personable, caring, and knowledgeable. I feel very comfortable with him as my doctor.
Dr. Arky was, and has always been, extremely professional - thorough, patient, easy to talk to, and makes good recommendations.
Very clear instructions on their COVID-19 protocols. The office is friendly and professional.
Dr. Martas went above and beyond to take care of me and make me feel at ease. She is amazing! Great person, fabulous physician.
Services
- Annual Gynecology Visit
- Birth Control
- Bone Density Testing
- Center of Excellence - Hysterectomy
- Center of Excellence - Maternity
- Endometrial Ablation
- Endometriosis Treatment
- Fertility Assessment
- High-Risk Pregnancy
- In-Office 3D Mammography
- In-Office Surgeries and Procedures
- Lactation Support
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- LGBTQ Care
- Long Term Birth Control
- Menopausal Care
- Midwifery
- ObGyn
- Pelvic Floor Health
- Permanent Birth Control
- Pregnancy
- Robotic Surgery
- Screenings and Tests
- Urogynecology
- Vulvovaginal Treatment
Women’s After-Hours Care in Farmington
Care that goes beyond standard business hours.
When you can't get to your regular ObGyn, Women's After-Hours Care is a smart alternative to the emergency room. Now you can see an experienced women’s health specialist in a network you know and trust when you have a healthcare need during odd hours. Call your provider or book online through the patient portal.
Learn MoreSame Day 3D Screening Mammography
Schedule a mammogram the same day as your next annual or problem visit.
See more, stress less! 3D mammography technology makes it easier to find abnormalities that may not be visible in traditional 2D views. Women who add 3D mammography to their test receive fewer false positives. Our mammography suite is located at 388 West Center Street in Manchester.
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Frequently asked questions about this practice.
Your Visit
*Starting May 20, we are re-opening our satellite offices in Manchester and Tolland for GYN and OB visits. The Tolland office will be open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Our Main Manchester office has remained open, but we will begin to schedule some GYN appointments starting May 20. We will also be resuming mammography appointments on May 20 as well.*
Schedule an Appointment
To serve you in the best way possible, we work by appointments. Same day and next day appointments may are often available for patients with a truly urgent or emergent matter. Please let us know of any issues that may necessitate how soon you need to be seen.
At your initial visit, you will be asked to present your insurance card, photo ID, any necessary co-payments and to complete new patient paperwork. We ask that you arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment time to complete new patient paperwork. You will not be seen by the provider until all forms are completed. If it is more convenient please download and complete our new patient paperwork ahead of time and bring it with you.
To Cancel or Reschedule
If you are unable to keep an appointment, we ask that you cancel/reschedule your appointment within 24 hours of your scheduled appointment time.
Prescriptions Refill Policy
Please call during regular office hours to refill prescriptions. We also recommend that you call your pharmacy. Please provide us with 72 hours' notice to fill your prescriptions.
Insurance
Insurance Plan Participation
At Manchester OB-GYN Associates we participate in many managed care plans and see patients with government as well as traditional insurance. Some insurance plans may require that you get a referral from your regular doctor before you visit us if we are not your designated gynecologist. To find out if a particular physician or clinician participates with your plan, please contact our office or your insurance company.
We participate with the following major plans:
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield / Wellpoint
- Centivo
- CIGNA Healthcare
- ConnectiCare
- First Health / Coventry Health care
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Healthy-CT
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Multiplan / PHCS / Emblem Healthcare
- Northeast Health Direct / Consumer Health Network PPO / ChoiceCare Humana
- Oxford Health Plan
- Tricare
- United Healthcare
- Wellcare
Women's Health Connecticut participates in the following CT Health Insurance Exchange health plans:
- Anthem
- ConnectiCare
For more information about these plans, we recommend that you visit accesshealthct.com or call 1-855-805-4325.
Billing and Payments
You are responsible for all deductibles, co-payments and/or any referrals that may be required by your insurance company. Your co-payment is expected at the time of service and payment in full is expected at each visit for services not covered by your insurance, in addition to all services rendered to patients with insurance plans with which our physicians do not participate. If you do not have an insurance card available, full payment also is expected at the time of service.
For your convenience, we accept cash, check, Mastercard, VISA, Discover and AMEX. All returned checks will be assessed a $25.00 service charge. If you are an existing patient with a balance due, you can also pay your bill online.
If you have any questions regarding billing, please call our central billing office at (800) 889-3333 during regular business hours.
Hospital Affiliations
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street
Manchester, CT 06040
Phone: (860) 646-1222
www.echn.org/locations/manchester-memorial-hospital/
Windham Hospital
112 Mansfield Avenue
Willimantic, CT 06226
Phone: (860) 456-9116
www.windhamhospital.org
Forms
For your convenience, Manchester OB-GYN Associates provides the following forms that you may download, complete and bring with you before visiting us. Otherwise you will be required to fill them out upon arrival.
Anti-Discrimination Policy (PDF)
Confidential Communication Request (PDF)
Medical History Form 2017 (PDF)
Common Hereditary Cancer Syndromes Questionnaire (PDF)