NICOLE LEIGH HELMKE M.D.
NPI 1790170256
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Durham, NC

Active since April 01, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2301 ERWIN RD, DURHAM, NC 27705(919) 684-8111 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 23, 2026, Jul 28, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Nicole Leigh Helmke M.d. NPPES

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

NICOLE LEIGH HELMKE M.D. (NPI 1790170256) is an individual psychiatry provider in Durham, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2020-00180) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Durham.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790170256
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameNICOLE LEIGH HELMKECredential: M.D.
Location Address2301 ERWIN RDDurham, NC 27705-4699
Mailing Address2301 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705-4699 · (919) 684-8111
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSDuke University School Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 1, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 23, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 23, 2026
NPI 1790170256 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License Licensed in NC · 2020-00180
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 2020-00180 (NC)
2301 ERWIN RD, Durham, NC 27705

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11301 Fayetteville StDurham, NC 27707-2398 · Phone (919) 956-4000

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

Nicole Leigh Helmke M.d. 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 ID4789006735
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200619000583
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 3

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.

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.
50 services34 patients
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems 96127
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems involves a thorough evaluation of your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. It's a process where professionals study patterns over time to identify potential issues like anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.
19 services11 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.
16 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number340030
Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27705 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$165.09 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $41.27 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
2301 ERWIN RD
DURHAM, NC 27705
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
2301 ERWIN RD
DURHAM, NC 27705
Anesthesiology
2301 ERWIN RD
DURHAM, NC 27705
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
2301 ERWIN RD
DURHAM, NC 27705
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
2301 ERWIN RD
DURHAM, NC 27705
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
2301 ERWIN RD
DURHAM, NC 27705
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
2301 ERWIN RD
DURHAM, NC 27705
Emergency Medicine
2301 ERWIN RD
DURHAM, NC 27705

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 Nicole Helmke's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicole Helmke is 1790170256. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 1, 2015.

Where is Nicole Helmke located?

Nicole Helmke practices at 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705. The listed phone number is (919) 684-8111.

What is Nicole Helmke's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Nicole Helmke enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicole Helmke 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 Nicole Helmke accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Nicole Helmke 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 Nicole Helmke affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicole Helmke is affiliated with Duke University Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicole Helmke was last updated on March 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 months 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.