Drama Therapist Taxonomy Code: 101200000X
The taxonomy code for Drama Therapist is 101200000X. 256 providers in the NPI registry list it as their primary specialty.
Definition
- Grouping
- Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification
- Drama Therapist
- Code
101200000X
Drama therapists are trained in the intentional use of drama and theatre processes to achieve therapeutic goals. Drama therapists provide psychotherapy for individuals living with mental health and behavioral concerns that may result in psychological suffering, impaired relationships, or distress in daily activities. Drama therapy promotes wellness and healing within the context of a therapeutic relationship for individuals of varying ability levels across the lifespan. Drama therapy can take many forms depending on individual and group needs, skill and ability levels, interests, and therapeutic goals. Processes and techniques may include improvisation, theater games, storytelling, and enactment.
Source: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
Drama Therapist providers by state
- New York 92
- California 35
- Florida 21
- Texas 9
- Ohio 9
- New Jersey 9
- Puerto Rico 7
- Nebraska 7
- Massachusetts 6
- Pennsylvania 5
- Wisconsin 4
- Michigan 4
- Maryland 4
- Illinois 4
- Georgia 4
- Washington 3
- Tennessee 3
- North Carolina 3
- Kansas 3
- Connecticut 3
- West Virginia 2
- Utah 2
- Oklahoma 2
- Mississippi 2
- Minnesota 2
- Louisiana 2
- Arizona 2
- Vermont 1
- Virginia 1
- South Carolina 1
- Oregon 1
- Nevada 1
- Missouri 1
- Kentucky 1
How taxonomy codes are used
Providers choose one or more taxonomy codes when they apply for an NPI, and mark one as primary. Payers use the taxonomy on claims and enrollment to match the provider type and specialty, so the code on the claim should match the taxonomy on the NPPES record.