Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Lynda Helfend, PH.D.

Mental Health Counselor (CMS: Clinical Psychologist) · Laguna Hills, CA

  • NPI 1467433581
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 46 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
23121 Plaza Pointe Dr, Suite 150
Laguna Hills, CA 926531461
(714) 899-4005
fax (714) 899-4275

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
May 1, 2008
Year of graduation
1980 — 46 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
101YM0800X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #PSY9428

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1467433581. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
259
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$40,118
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
90837 Psychotherapy, 1 hour 259 18 $155

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 259. This provider delivers 1.0× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Lynda Helfend's medical specialty?
Dr. Lynda Helfend practices Mental Health Counselor in Laguna Hills, CA.
Where does Dr. Lynda Helfend practice?
Dr. Lynda Helfend practices at 23121 Plaza Pointe Dr, Laguna Hills, CA 926531461. Office phone: 7148994005.
What is Dr. Lynda Helfend's NPI?
Dr. Lynda Helfend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467433581, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lynda Helfend accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lynda Helfend accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lynda Helfend commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychotherapy (HCPCS 90837). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.