Michael Helfman
NPI 1487194957 · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner · Saint Paul, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Helfman is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider in Saint Paul, MN (NPI 1487194957).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487194957
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gerontology Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- CNP 5009 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
851 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 289 | $87 |
| Complex Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Each Additional 60 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99489 | 182 | $60 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 155 | $88 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 64 | $61 |
| Complex Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, First 60 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99487 | 39 | $111 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 63 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 89 | 17 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 84 | 16 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 80 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 78 | — |
| Furosemide | 73 | 22 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 69 | 14 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,425 across 4 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-03-03
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Helfman's NPI number?
- Michael Helfman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487194957, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Helfman's specialty?
- Michael Helfman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Michael Helfman located?
- Michael Helfman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1700 University Ave W Fl 1, Saint Paul, MN 55104-3727.
- What is Michael Helfman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Helfman is (651) 232-2022.
- Does Michael Helfman accept Medicare?
- Michael Helfman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Helfman's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Helfman's NPI (1487194957) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.