Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cynthia Townsend, PHD
Psychologist (CMS: Clinical Psychologist) · Psychologist · Scottsdale, AZ
- NPI 1598743213
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 78.6 / 100 · 2023
- 24 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
13400 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 852595452
(480) 301-8000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 8, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 103T00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Arizona #4697 · Minnesota #LP4598
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598743213. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,719
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$32,369
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
96165 |
Treatment of behavior impacting health in group setting, each additional 30 minutes | 2,994 | 46 | $4 | |
96164 |
Treatment of behavior impacting health in group setting, initial 30 minutes | 578 | 46 | $9 | |
96130 |
Evaluation of psychological test, first hour | 81 | 45 | $107 | |
96156 |
Assessment of health behavior | 41 | 41 | $83 | |
90791 |
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation | 25 | 25 | $132 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Scottsdale Psychologist, average services per provider: 441. This provider delivers 8.4× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cynthia Townsend's medical specialty?
Dr. Cynthia Townsend practices Psychologist in Scottsdale, AZ.
Where does Dr. Cynthia Townsend practice?
Dr. Cynthia Townsend practices at 13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 852595452. Office phone: 4803018000.
What is Dr. Cynthia Townsend's NPI?
Dr. Cynthia Townsend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598743213, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cynthia Townsend accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cynthia Townsend accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cynthia Townsend commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Treatment of behavior impacting health in group setting (HCPCS 96165); Treatment of behavior impacting health in group setting (HCPCS 96164); Evaluation of psychological test, first hour (HCPCS 96130). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.