Leslie James Hellenga
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Leslie James Hellenga is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner based in Columbia, SC with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across SC can see Leslie James Hellenga in person in Columbia or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been practicing since 2013 — over 13 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have anxiety, mood disorders, and depression.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 92% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1222dNPPES updated 2023-01-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1301 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201-2942
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.6%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.8 pts)
Top 8% of reporting doctors in South CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
21
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
44
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
410
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $18k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South 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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Depression.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
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%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.57 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jan 17, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LG0600X
Mailing address
300 E Mcbee Ave Fl 4, Greenville, SC 29601-2842
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Leslie James Hellenga
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Leslie James Hellenga for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, depression management — no travel to Columbia 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 Leslie James Hellenga
NPI records show Dr. Hellenga as active with telehealth listed in Columbia, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (803) 296-5914.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Leslie James Hellenga
Practice Location
1301 Taylor St, Columbia, SC 29201-2942
Mailing Address
300 E Mcbee Ave Fl 4, Greenville, SC 29601-2842
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