Subpart in an NPI Application

An NPI is a ten-position numeric identification with no intelligence (ten-digit number). Intelligence-free implies that the number has no information on healthcare professionals, such as the state in which the provider practices, the service type, or the provider’s specialty. In HIPAA standard transactions, the NPI would be used in place of older provider IDs such… Continue reading Subpart in an NPI Application

Do You know your Professional Taxonomy Code

Taxonomy Code  The Health Care Provider Taxonomy code is a unique alphanumeric code, ten characters in length. The code set is structured into three distinct “Levels” including Provider Grouping, Classification, and Area of Specialization. The Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set is published (released) twice a year on July 1st and January 1st. The July… Continue reading Do You know your Professional Taxonomy Code