Nicole Marie Justus, FNP-C

Family Nurse Practitioner

Nicole Marie Justus is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Rutherfordton, NC with over 4 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(828) 920-8902Rutherfordton, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across NC can see Nicole Marie Justus, FNP-C in person in Rutherfordton or via virtual visit — no travel required. She completed training at East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine in 2022 and is early in her career. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS claims data).

1 of 648 Nurse Practitioner providers in NCSee all Nurse Practitioner in Rutherfordton4+ years experienceNPI since 2022

Older · 275dNPPES updated 2025-08-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

518 Old Us 221 Hwy N, Rutherfordton, NC 28139-8670

Fax: (630) 216-7177
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

15.96%

North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+10.9 pts)

15.96% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

138

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

48

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

94

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $2k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Anxiety Disorders.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-1%)69%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+30%)64%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
63%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Mood Disorders
60%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+9%)58%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+25%)57%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+18%)48%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.73 / 1.00

Moderate vulnerability

She 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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2022

    East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Aug 19, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 4 years in practice

    Early-career

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Taxonomy: 363LF0000X

Education & Training

East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine (Class of 2022)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

109 Meadowcrest Dr, Flat Rock, NC 28731-9770

Differs from practice location

Virtual Nursing Care With Nicole Marie Justus

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Nicole Marie Justus for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Rutherfordton 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 Nicole Marie Justus

NPI records show Dr. Justus as active with telehealth listed in Rutherfordton, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 920-8902.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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