Elise Patricia Michnowicz, NP
Elise Patricia Michnowicz is a Nurse Practitioner based in Durham, NC with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Elise Patricia Michnowicz, NP specializes in nursing, serving patients in Durham, NC in independent practice. A Duke University School of Medicine graduate since 2015, she brings 11+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 53% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 63% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3871dNPPES updated 2015-10-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1821 Hillandale Rd Suite 24b, Durham, NC 27705-2659
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.67%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North Carolina0.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.1%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
126
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
354
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,970
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $242k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2015
Duke University School of Medicine
11 years in practice
Established
(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.
Taxonomy: 363L00000X
Education & Training
Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 2015)
Mailing address
5213 S Alston Ave, Durham, NC 27713-4430
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Elise Patricia Michnowicz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Elise Patricia Michnowicz for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Durham required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elise Patricia Michnowicz
Dr. Michnowicz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Durham, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 383-5437.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Elise Patricia Michnowicz
Practice Location
1821 Hillandale Rd Suite 24b, Durham, NC 27705-2659
Mailing Address
5213 S Alston Ave, Durham, NC 27713-4430
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