Mechanotherapist Taxonomy Code: 172M00000X

The taxonomy code for Mechanotherapist is 172M00000X. 2,143 providers in the NPI registry list it as their primary specialty.

Definition

Grouping
Other Service Providers
Classification
Mechanotherapist
Code
172M00000X

A practitioner of mechanotherapy examines patients by verbal inquiry, examination of the musculoskeletal system by hand, and visual inspection and observation. In the treatment of patients, mechanotherapists employ the techniques of advised or supervised exercise; electrical neuromuscular stimulation; massage or manipulation; or air, water, heat, cold, sound, or infrared ray therapy.

Source: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

Mechanotherapist providers by state

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.