Optometric Technician Taxonomy Code: 156FX1202X
The taxonomy code for Optometric Technician is 156FX1202X. 71 providers in the NPI registry list it as their primary specialty.
Definition
- Grouping
- Eye and Vision Services Providers
- Classification
- Technician/Technologist
- Specialization
- Optometric Technician
- Code
156FX1202X
An optometric technician assists optometrists by performing duties, including but not limited to, basic eye testing, diagnostic tests, and assistance with corrective lenses.
Source: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.
Optometric Technician providers by state
Related Technician/Technologist taxonomy codes
| Code | Specialty |
|---|---|
156F00000X | Technician/Technologist |
156FC0800X | Contact Lens Technician/Technologist |
156FC0801X | Contact Lens Fitter |
156FX1100X | Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist |
156FX1101X | Ophthalmic Assistant |
156FX1201X | Optometric Assistant Technician |
156FX1700X | Ocularist |
156FX1800X | Optician |
156FX1900X | Orthoptist |
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.