Summary

Dr. Craig Helm is an ophthalmologist with 38 years of experience specializing in comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute in ophthalmology. Dr. Helm furthered his training with a fellowship at the same institution, focusing on cornea and refractive surgery as well as uveitis treatment. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Helm practices at multiple locations throughout Palmdale and Valencia, California, and maintains an affiliation with Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital. His expertise includes treating cataracts and dry eye conditions, helping patients restore clear vision and comfort. He performs comprehensive dilated eye exams and advanced retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Helm highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 38 years of experience
  • 79 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute - Cornea and Refractive Surgery and Uveitis
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Craig J Helm has 5 locations

Helm Vision Surgical Center

619 W Avenue Q Ste CPalmdale, CA 93551
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Helm Vision Group

27420 Tourney Rd Ste 100Valencia, CA 91355
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Helm Vision Group

619 W Avenue Q Ste CPalmdale, CA 93551
MonClosed
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu9:00 am - 2:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Tourney Plaza Surgical Center

27420 TOURNEY RD STE 160VALENCIA, CA 91355
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Craig J Helm, MDDr. Arthur Benjamin, MDDr. Babak Shabatian, MDDr. Mary Catherine Michelis, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
3.5 
38 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Russian, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English, Farsi
Palmdale , CAWest Hollywood , CALancaster , CAPalmdale , CA
Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Craig J Helm

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareMore
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plans
  • QualCare
  • QualCare - IPA
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Craig J Helm has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Craig J Helm has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Bacterial Eye Infections
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Craig J Helm holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute - Cornea and Refractive Surgery and Uveitis.

Residency

Completed their residency at UCLA/Jules Stein Eye Institute - Ophthalmology.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Helm's NPI number is 1588678791.

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Dr. Craig Helm speaks Spanish and English.
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Dr. Craig Helm is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital.

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