JAMES ARTHUR HELM PA-C
NPI 1073742235
Physician Assistant - Medical in Wilmington, NC

Active since July 09, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
88.4/100
CMS Quality Rating
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD, WILMINGTON, NC 28403(910) 452-1400 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 4, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About James Arthur Helm Pa-c NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

JAMES ARTHUR HELM PA-C (NPI 1073742235) is an individual medical provider in Wilmington, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0100-01844) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073742235
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363AM0700X
Provider Legal NameJAMES ARTHUR HELMCredential: PA-C
Location Address4402 SHIPYARD BLVDWilmington, NC 28403-6161
Mailing Address4402 Shipyard BlvdWilmington, NC 28403-6161 · (910) 452-1400
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 9, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 4, 2013
NPI 1073742235 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · MedicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AM0700X
License Licensed in NC · 0100-01844
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD, Wilmington, NC 28403

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid8102159NC
Medicare PINNC0813FNC
OtherP01164487NC · Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

James Arthur Helm Pa-c is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9739232786
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090808000066
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
320 services61 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
118 services104 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
100 services72 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
93 services74 patients
X-ray of knee, 3 views 73562
An X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
76 services58 patients
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views 73030
An X-ray of the shoulder, with a minimum of 2 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of your shoulder bones. This helps in diagnosing conditions like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. The procedure is quick and painless.
65 services58 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Wilmington, NC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number340141
Location2131 S 17th St Box 9000Wilmington, NC 28402 · New Hanover County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

88.4/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality94.91
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost67.25

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer
16%353 patients1/55-star benchmark: 92%
Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
65%34 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
99%1,960 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Knee orthosis, elastic with condylar pads and joints, with or without patellar control, prefabricated, includes fitting and adjustment L1820
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF011N
2 suppliers18 claims18 services$92.91 avg. paid by Medicare
Walking boot, pneumatic and/or vacuum, with or without joints, with or without interface material, prefabricated, off-the-shelf L4361
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF003N
1 supplier20 claims20 services$229.39 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Emergency Medicine
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD
WILMINGTON, NC 28403
Physician Assistant
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD
WILMINGTON, NC 28403
Emergency Medicine
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD
WILMINGTON, NC 28403
Physician Assistant
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD
WILMINGTON, NC 28403
Emergency Medicine
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD
WILMINGTON, NC 28403
Emergency Medicine
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD
WILMINGTON, NC 28403
Emergency Medicine
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD
WILMINGTON, NC 28403
Family Medicine
4402 SHIPYARD BLVD
WILMINGTON, NC 28403

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is James Helm's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Helm is 1073742235. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 9, 2009.

Where is James Helm located?

James Helm practices at 4402 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28403. The listed phone number is (910) 452-1400.

What is James Helm's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Medical, with taxonomy code 363AM0700X.

Is James Helm enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Helm is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does James Helm accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC list James Helm as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is James Helm affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Helm is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Helm was last updated on December 4, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.